Student Worker - Psychology Undergraduate Research Assistant

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Nevada State University invites applications for the position of Student Worker - Psychology Undergraduate Research Assistant. This position will support a faculty-led quantitative research project, funded by a 2026–27 NSU Seed Award, examining undergraduate student perceptions of using artificial intelligence (AI) as a simulated client in counseling skills training. Using multi-semester survey data collected with the Perceptions of ChatGPT in Counseling and Mental Health Education (PCCMHE) instrument, the Research Assistant will help clean and organize the dataset, run and interpret statistical analyses, create tables and figures, and contribute to a peer-reviewed manuscript and conference proposal under the direct supervision of the faculty Principal Investigator.

This is a part-time, Spring 2027 position of approximately 50 total hours that provides hands-on training in quantitative research methods and scholarly writing and is intended to prepare students for graduate study.

About the institution:

Nevada State University, a four-year Minority Serving public institution with a statewide mission, is dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning and committed to the advancement of a diverse and largely underserved student population. Designated a Hispanic Serving (HSI) and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Institution (AANAPI), Nevada State is a university where teaching and student support are valued above all else.

Nevada State University continues to grow as an institution of higher education. In Fall 2025, the enrollment surpassed 8,400, with 8,287 undergraduate students and 117 graduate students. A majority of our students are first generation, racial/ethnic minorities, parents, and/or returning students, of which 48% are Hispanic, 10% are Asian/Pacific Islander, 10% are Black/African American, and 22% are White.

We celebrate the storied backgrounds of our campus community. We operate with a shared commitment to represent and serve the diverse population of Nevada and to encourage the exchange of ideas that respects and honors the lived experiences of our students, staff, and faculty. We foster a culture of inclusive excellence so our members can live authentically, fully engage, and flourish. In order to strengthen the university and progress its mission, the university dedicates itself to intentional and ongoing reflection to meeting the evolving needs of Nevada State University, the surrounding communities, and the State of Nevada.

We seek applicants who are passionate about working with this promising student population and collaborating with faculty and staff across departments to make a lasting impact in developing our institution and our community.

We encourage you to highlight your background in fostering an inclusive campus culture and supporting the success of students who are historically underrepresented in higher education.

Core Responsibilities:

• Research Data Management: Clean, code, merge, and organize de-identified survey data from multiple semesters; maintain data files and a codebook; check data accuracy and follow confidentiality procedures.
• Statistical Analysis & Data Visualization: Run descriptive, correlational, and group-comparison analyses with faculty guidance; help interpret results; prepare APA-style tables, charts, and figures.
• Literature Review & Scholarly Writing: Search for and summarize relevant research; maintain the reference list; draft and edit sections of a peer-reviewed manuscript in APA style.
• Research Dissemination: Help prepare a conference proposal and presentation materials (e.g., poster or slides); assist with manuscript submission tasks.
• Research Training & Team Meetings: Complete required human subjects (CITI) training; attend regular meetings with the faculty supervisor; track hours and report progress.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be in good academic standing and maintain a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
• Must be enrolled as a degree seeking student with a minimum of 6 credits in the current or upcoming semester at Nevada State.
• Successful completion of an introductory statistics or research methods course.
• Working proficiency with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets (e.g., sorting, filtering, basic formulas).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when working with data.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of research data and follow IRB-approved procedures.
• Willingness to complete CITI human subjects research training before accessing study data.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills; ability to meet deadlines and work independently after training.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship (Nevada State does not sponsor employment-related visas).

Please note: Applicants must meet the posted minimum qualifications at the time of application in order to be considered for the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Major or minor in Psychology, Human Services, or a related field.
• Prior completion of COU315: Counseling Skills in Human Services.
• Experience with statistical software (e.g., SPSS, jamovi, JASP, or R).
• Familiarity with APA style and academic writing.
• Prior research experience and/or interest in graduate study in psychology, counseling, or a related field.

Work Hours:

This position will work 3-4 hours per week (flexible schedule), not to exceed 50 total hours for the Spring 2027 semester. Student employees can work up to 19.5 hours per week.

Hourly Rate:

$14.00 per hour.

Special Instructions for Internal NSHE Applicants

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Please upload the following documents: 

• Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience;
• Copy of Fall or Spring schedule and proof of current GPA;
• Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and Nevada State University;
• Unofficial transcript showing completion of a statistics or research methods course (may also serve as proof of current GPA);
• Names and contact information of three references (you will be notified before references are contacted).

Applications that do not include the required uploaded documents may not be considered.

Student candidates are encouraged to visit the Career Services Center (RSC 128 | 702-992-2611 | career@nevadastate.edu) to receive assistance with their resume, cover letter, and/or interview skills.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

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Nevada State University does not currently sponsor Visas, all applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

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