Student Employee

Summary of Job Duties: The Department of Audiology & Speech Pathology is seeking a part-time Student Research Assistant to support an NIH-funded research project in Dr. Kristen Muller’s lab. This project explores the use of eye-tracking technology to evaluate word understanding in autistic children who are non-speaking or minimally verbal. This is a unique opportunity for students interested in autism research, language development, and innovative assessment methods. The role will provide hands-on experience in data collection, eye-tracking procedures, and research operations within a collaborative academic setting. This position is set to begin in Summer 2025.Qualifications: • Must be a current student at UAMS • Bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders, Health Sciences, Psychology, Biological Sciences, or a related field Preferred Qualifications: • Relevant work, research, or clinical experience, particularly in areas related to autism, language development, or child behavior Responsibilities: • Complete training modules for eye-tracking hardware and software. • Help administer behavioral, cognitive, and language assessments to autistic children. • Assist with community advisory board meetings. • Assist with data collection and data entry. • Collaborate with research team members. • Prepare materials to utilize during eye-tracking assessments. • Maintain regular and punctual attendance. • Work 10 hours a week. • Perform other duties as assigned to support the project. Apply Job! Apply to this Job