Part Time - Student - Behavioral Research Lab Assistant

The Pennsylvania State University

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Penn State University Park Until 8/21/2026 First posted May 19, 2026 Last posted May 19, 2026
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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

 

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Behavioral Research Assistant (RA) position manages the daily running of research studies in our computer lab.

Job Duties

  • Duties include keeping studies running on time, launching links, re-setting computers, taking attendance, enforcing rules and coordinating extra procedures when needed for a unique study (e.g. providing additional instructions during the study, distributing extra supplies, measuring time to walk a distance, setting people up for subliminal priming studies, etc.). 

  • The RA works either independently or along with the researcher and will keep the lab manager updated on any issues that might occur during the course of a study.

 

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

 

 

 

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About this role

Summary

Manage daily research study operations, coordinate studies, and ensure lab procedures are followed.

Job title

Behavioral Research Lab Assistant

Experience level

entry level

Industry

education

Location requirements

Penn State University Park, on-site, no remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

computer skillsstudy coordinationattention to detail

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

behavioral researchlab management
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

University Park, State College, PA, USA

On-site City