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Form of workJob Summary The Staff Research Associate I will work closely with Prof. Ahumada and support Prof. Ahumada's human-robot interaction research in the Department of Pediatrics and School of Medicine. This position will assist with robot deployments in Sacramento museums and local community events. The project staff member will conduct research in-person at our partner locations in the Sacramento and Davis areas.
This position would have an FTE of 50% and end date of 12/31/2024.
Apply By March 14, 2024
Minimum Qualifications
- Experience working with children and/or older adults.
- Experience with online learning/using laptops and tablets.
- Master's Degree in Learning Sciences, Health Sciences, Informatics, Art, or other relevant area.
- CITI Human Subjects training.
The vision of the Department of Pediatrics Is the healthiest future for all children and families with a mission dedicated to creating a healthy future for all children through outstanding patient care, transformative research, innovative medical education, and community-based advocacy.
THIS IS NOT AN H1- B OPPORTUNITY
Position Information
- Salary or Pay Range: $25.75 - $30.72
- Salary Frequency: Hourly
- Salary Grade: 107
- Payroll Title: SRA 1
- Number of Positions: 1
- Appointment Type: Career
- Percentage of Time: 50% STE/Limited
- Shift Hours: 08 Hours
- Location: TICON II
- Union Representation: Yes
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
- Hybrid/Remote/On-Site: On-Site
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- UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
- Extensive leave benefits including Maternity, Paternity, Family & Medical Leave
- Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
- Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
- Paid time off for professional development as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
- Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
- Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
- Wellness and on-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
- Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, disability, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
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