Postdoctoral Research Associate - Psychology & Neuroscience

About the job

A humble college founded before Texas was a state, Baylor now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities.

Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation’s “Great Colleges to Work For”. Great Colleges to Work For® is one of the country’s largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey, conducted by ModernThink, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.

What We're Looking For

The Postdoctoral Research Associate will assist with research on smartphone technology usage, prospective memory functioning, and Alzheimer’s disease in Dr. Michael Scullin’s laboratory at Baylor University. This position involves a significant amount of patient-facing time for study participant recruitment and conduction of research visits. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will also be involved in grant organization and reporting, community outreach, data analysis, and data presentation/dissemination, and will collaborate with clinical scientists at Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin and Baylor Scott & White Health. Candidates must possess strong interpersonal skills and demonstrate adherence to professional standards.

A doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in psychology, rehabilitation, speech and language sciences, or another related discipline is required.

What You Will Do

• Conduct data collection and recruitment activities
• Perform data entry, organization, and analysis
• Support the dissemination of research findings
• Manage the day-to-day laboratory environment and operations
• Organize and maintain sponsor documentation and reporting materials
• Coordinate and support the activities of other laboratory personnel
• Facilitate effective collaboration and workflow within the laboratory
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
• Ability to comply with University policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus.  To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds.  Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally.  If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!

About Us

Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.

Additional Information

• Job Identification: 22038
• Job Category: Staff
• Posting Date: 2026-10-07
• Job Schedule: Full time
• Locations: 101 Bagby Avenue, Waco, TX, 76706, US ()