The Department of Psychology at the University of Kansas seeks a full-time post-baccalaureate Research Assistant (title: Assistant Researcher). The successful candidate will work closely with Principal Investigator Dr. Jordan Thomas in the Trauma and Reproductive Psychology (TARP Lab: https://tarplab.ku.edu/) on clinical research investigating traumatic stress and women’s health, with a focus on the perinatal period.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
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Adhere to research protocols and complete daily research-related tasks to run the lab efficiently.
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Communicate with the IRB and draft IRB submissions/amendments.
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Manage participant recruitment, enrollment, and other study procedures.
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Enter data collected via online survey platforms and manage data security.
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Assist in the analysis and interpretation of study data.
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Conduct literature reviews and documents to support manuscript preparation, oral presentations, poster presentations, and grant writing.
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Oversee research assistants, organize lab meetings, and ensure that research programs run smoothly and effectively.
The successful candidate will be provided with training in clinical assessment, behavioral treatment methodology, and analysis of national data. They will also gain experience in general research administration and the preparation of grants and manuscripts. Additional independent research opportunities, such as conference and manuscript submissions, will be available based on interest and experience. This position is well-suited for individuals interested in pursuing graduate/doctoral training in medicine, public health, clinical/health psychology, and other health-related fields.
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurance and savings accounts; and retirement benefits.
A complete application consists of:
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An updated CV
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A cover letter
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Contact Information for three references
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Online application
For more information, please reach out to Jordan Thomas (
[email protected]) with the subject line “Thomas Assistant Researcher Position.”
To ensure consideration apply before the application review starts on Monday, June 1, 2026. A review of applications will continue and is ongoing until a pool of qualified candidates is identified.
