• Job Description

  Req#: 113470
  Posting Details
  
  Posting Details
  
  Job #
  042865
  
  Department Code
  21826-3230
  
  Department
  Psychology
  
  Job Title
  Post-bacc Research Assistant
  
  Location
  Syracuse, NY
  
  Campus
  Remote
  
  Commitment to On-Campus Experience
  
  Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus. Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.
  
  Pay Range
  $19.00 - $24.47
  
  Pay Determination
  
  Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate's education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university's strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.
  
  Staff Level
  S3
  
  FLSA Status
  Non-exempt
  
  Hours
  
  Standard University business hours
  
  8:30am - 5:00pm (academic year)
  8:00am - 4:30pm (summer)
  
  Hours may vary based on operational needs.
  
  Job Type
  Full-time
  
  Unionized Position Code
  Not Applicable
  
  Job Description
  
  The Psychology and Health Lab at Syracuse University is looking to hire a part-time (20 hours/week) Postbaccalaureate Research Assistant who will work alongside other research staff on federally funded psychology research projects at Syracuse University. This is a great opportunity to gain competitive research experience for those seeking to apply to graduate programs in psychology and related fields. The Postbaccalaureate RA will be primarily assisting with an NIH-funded randomized clinical trial of a combined alcohol and trauma treatment for women with HIV.
  
  This position is anticipated to be filled on a fully remote basis if the identified candidate is not currently located in the Syracuse, NY area (within 50 miles). Not all geographical areas within the United States are eligible. Employment offers at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate's education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university's strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.
  
  Education and Experience
  
  • Bachelor's degree required in an area of project management, health, social, or behavioral sciences; prior experience and interest in managing and/or conducting research in the field of social science and health; demonstrated evidence of organizational and management skills and attention to detail; strong writing and verbal skills; strong interpersonal skills.
  
  
  Skills and Knowledge
  
  • Experience working in a research lab in the health, social, or behavioral sciences; experience working in a lab that includes that includes federally funded human subjects behavioral, health-related and/or psychological research studies preferred.
  
  
  Responsibilities
  
  • Overseeing participant recruitment, screening, scheduling, and assessments in collaboration with other research staff members and graduate students.
  • Assisting with the management of human subject regulations defined by SU and the federal government that pertain to research studies under the supervision of the faculty supervisors.
  • Assisting the faculty supervisors with IRB (approvals, amendments, and renewals) and NIH (progress reports, Data Safety and Monitoring Boards, and Data Sharing) documents.
  • Assisting with administrative tasks including coordinating weekly project meetings, drafting and maintaining meeting minutes and project to-do-lists, assisting with data quality, assisting processing of biospecimen kits and samples.
  • Other duties as assigned, including mentorship and training of undergraduate research assistants
  
  
  Physical Requirements
  
  Not Applicable
  
  Tools/Equipment
  
  Not Applicable
  
  Application Instructions
  
  In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.
  
  About Syracuse University
  
  Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
  
  The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University's 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
  
  About the Syracuse area
  
  Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
  
  EEO Statement
  
  Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
  
  Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans
  
  Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University's contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
  
  Commitment to a Respectful and Welcoming Community
  
  Syracuse University fosters a welcoming learning environment where students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all aspects of campus life reflect a broad range of perspectives and experiences. The University community values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to engage with and appreciate the richness of backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences that shape our society. To achieve this, we strive to cultivate a community that respects and encourages open dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect.
  
  Quick Link
  https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/113443
  
  Job Posting Date
  06/22/2026
  
  Application Deadline
  
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