Student Research Assistant - PSY (Hawk), Su26

About the role#

This position supports human-subjects research under the direction of Professor Christopher Hawk. The role involves managing lab operations and contributing to the administrative and analytical components of ongoing research projects.

What you'll do#

• Prepare lab spaces and guide participants through study protocols.
• Manage research data by consolidating, organizing, and maintaining accurate records.
• Conduct literature searches, including reading, cataloging, and storing academic articles.
• Assist with literature reviews and the preparation of IRB applications.
• Develop study materials and stimuli as needed.
• Perform data coding and analysis.

What you'll need#

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
• Experience with literature reviews or data collection.
• Proficiency in R for data analysis and experience with Python.
• Current enrollment as a matriculated student at DigiPen Institute of Technology.
• A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 and successful completion of PSY-101 with a grade of B or better.

Location & details#

• Location: Redmond, Washington. This is an on-site position; remote work outside of Washington is not permitted.
• Term: Summer 2026 (May 11 – July 31, 2026).
• Hours: 10 hours per week.
• Compensation: $17.13 – $18.25 per hour, based on previous terms worked at the institution.
• Physical requirements: Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and perform tasks requiring fine finger dexterity, stooping, or kneeling. The role is primarily sedentary (80% sitting).