University at Buffalo
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Research Support Specialist, Communicative Disorders and Sciences

Deadline
Apr 14, 2027
Closing in 177 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Temporary
Part time
Reference
N/A
Posted Oct 16, 2026
Offered salary$18 - $20 per hour

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Research Support Specialist, Communicative Disorders and Sciences

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Posting Details

Position Information
Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Position Title Research Support Specialist, Communicative Disorders and Sciences
Classification Title Research Support Specialist
Department Department of Communicative Disorders and Sciences
Posting Number R260138
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/64275
Employer Research Foundation
Position Type RF Clerical/Technical
Job Type Part-Time
Appointment Term
Salary Grade N.11
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary Prof. Alison Hendricks in the Department of Communicative Disorders and Sciences seeks a part-time Research Support Specialist to assist with research involving elementary school students. The UB Language Learning Lab conducts research on how elementary school students learn language. We are passionate about making sure that all students are being correctly identified so that they can get the help they need to be successful.

Assigned tasks of the Research Support Specialist may include:
  • Administering group and individual assessments in schools.
  • Entering and scoring student assessments according to established scoring guidelines.
  • Preparing tasks for in-school data collection.
  • Performing general administrative tasks as assigned.

Learn more:
  • Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
  • Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

The Research Foundation of SUNY is an EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with a disability.
Minimum Qualifications
  • BA in Communication Disorders, Linguistics, Psychology, Education or other related field.
  • A valid Class D driver’s license is required, or the candidate must otherwise demonstrate their ability to meet the transportation requirements of the position, including travel to school testing sites.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in working with elementary school-age students or in human subjects research.
Our University Community
Physical Demands
Driving Requirements A Class D driver’s license is a required minimum qualification for this position. Employees must operate university owned vehicles for business purposes and be enrolled in the LENS program to verify license validity.
Salary Range $18 - $20 per hour
Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
Work Hours 19 hours per week
Campus South Campus
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Special Instructions Summary
Is a background check required for this posting? No
Background Check Notification
Contact Information
Contact's Name Alison Hendricks
Contact's Pronouns
Contact's Title Associate Professor
Contact's Email [email protected]
Contact's Phone 716-829-2797
Posting Dates
Posted 09/10/2026
Deadline for applicants Open Until Filled
Date to be filled 11/02/2026
References
Number of references required 2
Reference Cutoff Date
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