"Special Research Associate - Brain Health"

Position Information

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine.

Salary Range: Up to $75,000/Annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.

Job Type: Full Time

Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 3/11/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume is required.
• Cover letter is required.
• Contact information for three professional references.

Job Details

Job Summary

The Special Research Associate is responsible for providing research analysis and interpretation and/or for initiating and developing applications of equipment and procedures of a nonstandard nature. This role conducts highly specialized, independent research at an advanced level, with wide latitude for creativity in both theoretical and experimental applications. This position leads, conducts or assists with the dissemination of knowledge through scholarship, scientific inquiry and creative expression.

This is a grant-funded position, which may be extended or shortened based upon availability of funds and/or work.

Core Responsibilities

1. Consults with and assists key members of research staff in solving specific problems encountered by project members.
2. Consults with research staff regarding plans for research designs and the development of instrumentation for data collection.
3. Advises staff regarding statistical analysis techniques and procedures.
4. Participates in the interpretation of research findings and in the preparation of reports of final results to the directors of the organization.
5. Participates in preparing written and oral reports to supporting agencies.
6. Evaluates the work of junior research staff.
7. Performs additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Three (3) years of related work experience.
• This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in education, vocational rehabilitation counseling, or behavior analysis.
• At least 1 year of experience working with community employers.
• At least 1 year of experience working with adolescents or adult learners.
• Experience developing training materials.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Communication
• Proficiency with Software
• Problem Solving
• Time Management

Working Conditions

• Normal research environment. Sometimes requires working with hazardous equipment or materials. May require working extended hours. Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions or other business-related events.
• Workdays, areas, and work hours may vary based on the needs of the department.

Physical Demands

• Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

This position will work both on campus and remotely in Texas. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.