WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Baylor University is seeking a Senior Research Associate in our Educational Psychology department within the School of Education. This is a grant funded, temporary role currently funded through 3/31/26.

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, Business, or related field
• Experience in project management, preferably in educational settings
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Microsoft Office) and data collection tools (e.g., Qualtrics)
• Ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative team

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with families of children with intellectual or developmental disabilities
• Understanding of autism spectrum disorder, evidence-based interventions, and family support systems
• Experience in community outreach and partnership development
• Cultural competence in working with diverse responsibilities
• Experience with program evaluation and outcome measurement

A Bachelor’s degree years three years of relevant work experience are required. A Bachelor’s degree and five years of relevant work experience are preferred.

• Secure venues for delivering parent training
• Advertise upcoming parent training opportunities
• Maintain website and social media accounts
• Communicate with parents
• Manage the registration process
• Collect data for progress reporting and ongoing research projects affiliated with the project
• Assist with budget management
• Assist with ensuring compliance with grant requirements
• Assist in tracking project metrics and evaluating effectiveness
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
• Ability to comply with University policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance