Research Assistant - SOPMFT
Fuller Theological Seminary
Remote · Pasadena, CA · Posted July 1, 2026
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About the job
SCHOOL OF PSYCHOLOGY & MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPY
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
DEPT: School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy
REPORTS TO: RESEARCH ADMINISTRATOR
HOURS: On-Call
STATUS: NON EXEMPT
BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
Research Assistants (RAs) will work with faculty in the School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy on research project(s). Under general supervision, RAs perform varied support functions requiring knowledge and skills specific to the research study. RAs may be trained to administer several standardized assessments and/or to conduct clinical interviews. RAs will perform duties under the supervision of, and with direction from, the study’s Project Coordinator and Principal Investigator and will work collaboratively with the research team.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (as applicable to particular project):
Screen prospective participants to determine eligibility according to research protocol entrance criteria
Review and explain consent forms, questionnaires, and surveys with prospective participants
Conduct clinical interviews in the greater Los Angeles area. Each research project will have different populations that might be interviewed.
Conduct focus groups
Maintain confidentiality of subject records and document subject payment
Gather, record, organize, transcribe and verify the accuracy of research study data
Prepare data for computer input
Perform qualitative or quantitative data analysis
Answer participants' questions regarding study protocol
Notify appropriate research personnel regarding problems or complications reported by participants
Attend project meetings and perform related duties as required
Knowledge and Skills Required:
Current MFT or Psychology student in the School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to interact with a large variety of individuals
Candidates should also be detail oriented, highly organized, reliable, and a strong team player
Familiarity with basic research methodology and design skills relevant to the project and role
Application and Evaluation Procedure:
Candidates should prepare to submit the following: Current curriculum vitae
Cover letter detailing the experience
Additional Remarks:
Must be willing to abide by Fuller Community Standards
The Research Assistant position in SOPMFT is an evergreen, pooled position. Applicants are reviewed and selected on an as-need basis based on faculty assignments
Fully remote work within the United States is subject to payroll state approval by Fuller Theological Seminary
Pay Scale
Salary range the seminary expects to pay: $18.57 - $20.00 per hour USD
Fuller Theological Seminary is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. To the extent required by law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. As a religious institution, Fuller Theological Seminary is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees or prospective employees for certain positions on the basis of religion.
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