Job Title: Student Worker - Undergraduate Research Assistant - Dr. Brittany Perrine - BC

Job Classification: Lab and Research Support, Student

Department: Communication Sciences and Disorders

Hiring Manager: Lauren Vorderkunz

Contact: lauren_vorderkunz@baylor.edu

Work Schedule: 5-10 hours per week

Desired Length of Employment: Fall 2025 - ongoing

Pay Rate: $15/hr

Job Description:

Dr. Brittany Perrine’s Vocal Health and Voice Physiology Research Lab is seeking undergraduate students (sophomores, juniors, & seniors) to join the team. This position provides hands-on experience with research methods commonly used in speech-language pathology, vocal performance, and health science fields. Students will engage directly in data collection, analysis, equipment use, and the dissemination of research findings.

This role is ideal for students interested in graduate school or careers in speech-language pathology, audiology, vocal pedagogy, performance science, healthcare, or research.

Primary Responsibilities & Training
Undergraduate Research Assistants will receive training and work on tasks such as:
•    Participating in data collection sessions with study participants
•    Conducting data analysis and learning data interpretation techniques
•    Assisting with dissemination tasks (e.g., preparing conference posters, contributing to manuscripts)
•    Training on hardware used in voice research and troubleshooting equipment issues
•    Learning and using basic MATLAB and Praat scripts
•    Working with data in Excel
•    Supporting lab safety and maintaining a clean, organized workspace
•    Attending and participating in lab meetings, as needed
•    Developing familiarity with research methods in speech-language pathology, voice science, and related fields
•    Strengthening professional writing, reading, and oral communication skills
•    Learning to articulate research methods and results in a clear, professional manner

Qualifications
•    Sophomore, junior, or senior standing at the project start date
•    Strong attention to detail and dependability
•    Interest in research, clinical careers, voice science, or health-related fields
•    Comfort interacting with participants and following structured protocols
•    Willingness to learn new software, equipment, and research methods
•    Ability to commit to a consistent weekly lab schedule
•    Completion of required IRB and HIPAA trainings before start date

Preferred Qualifications (Not Required)
Students will primarily be recruited from:
•    Communication Sciences & Disorders
•    School of Music (Voice, Vocal Pedagogy, Performance)
•    Health, Human Performance, and Recreation (HHPR)

Employer: Baylor University

Work Location: Hankamer H210

Work Address: 1621 S 3rd St, Waco, TX 76706

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