Student Research Assistant - Psychological Sciences

Auburn University, United States

Updated: about 2 months ago
Location: Auburn, ALABAMA
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Position Details
Position Information


Requisition Number Stu04970P
Home Org Name Psychological Sciences
Division Name College of Liberal Arts
Position Title Student Research Assistant - Psychological Sciences
Working Title (if different from Position Title)
Job Summary
The Neurobehavioral Dynamics lab is looking for an Student Research Assistant interested in computational approaches, including artificial intelligence and mathematical modeling, to study behaviors affecting individuals with disabilities such as behavioral relapse and self-injurious behavior.
This position does not require a background in psychology, and is particularly suited for students in mathematics, computer science, physics, statistics, and engineering majors. The Primary Investigator as well as graduate students will guide you through relevant psychological literature.
Students will gain experience with research methodology, employing mathematical and software engineering/programming to real-world problems, computational methods, digital signal processing, and literature reviews, providing opportunities to earn authorship on scientific publications as well as make contributions to open-source projects.
Essential Functions
  • Software development for research purposes, including documentation
  • Conducting sessions for college-aged participants
  • Contributing to publications
  • Data analysis
Why Work at Auburn?
  • Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
  • Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
  • We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
  • Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
  • A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.


Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
Minimum Qualifications
  • Enrolled Auburn University student
  • Experience with Python
  • Experience with JavaScript
  • Completion of STAT 1010 or equivalent with a grade of ‘B’ or higher
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with R
  • Experience with digital signal processing
  • Previous research experience
  • Completion of STAT courses at the 2000 level or higher or equivalent
Pay Rate $15.00/hour
Work Hours 10-15
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: AL

Posting Detail Information


Posting Date 01/16/2026
Closing Date
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