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Human Resources Associate roles in the United States are accessible to exchange visitors through the J-1 visa Trainee or Intern program categories, depending on your career stage. Designated sponsor organizations issue your DS-2019 and oversee compliance while your host employer manages day-to-day work. Securing the right host and sponsorship takes deliberate preparation.
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Job Posting Title:
Social Science/Humanities Research Associate I
Hiring Department:
Department of Psychology
Position Open To:
All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt from FLSA
Earliest Start Date:
Aug 01, 2026
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until Sep 30, 2027
Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS
Job Details:
General Notes
The Memory and Aging Lab is hiring a Social Science/Humanities Research Associate I to manage subject recruitment, subject testing, data analysis and organization, and general lab management tasks. The position offers opportunities for co-authorship of manuscripts and conference presentations, participation in research talks, and auditing of courses.
This is a one-year fixed-term position.
Purpose:
Manage subject recruitment, subject testing, data analysis and organization, and general lab management tasks.
Responsibilities:
- Subject recruitment, community outreach, screening.
- Subject Testing.
- General lab management.
- Data organization and analysis.
Required Qualifications:
- B.A./B.S. or equivalent in psychology, neuroscience, engineering, computer science, or a related field.
- Strong organization skills, excellent interpersonal skills, strong computer skills.
- Experience working with human subjects, and an interest in human subjects’ research.
- Ability to engage with community members across various demographics during outreach events.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Prior experience managing projects or people
- Some programming experience in Python, R Studio, and/or Matlab
- Experience collecting or analyzing EEG and/or MRI data
Salary Range:
$40,000 - $43,000
Required Materials:
- Resume/CV
- 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
- Letter of interest
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
Employment Eligibility:
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
Retirement Plan Eligibility:
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
E-Verify:
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
- E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
- Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
- Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
Compliance:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Human Resources Associate
Align your credentials with Trainee program standards
The J-1 Trainee category requires a degree in a relevant field plus one year of work experience, or five years of work experience in HR. Document both before you approach any host employer or designated sponsor.
Build a training plan before interviewing
Designated sponsors require a formal Training or Internship Placement Plan (DS-7002) before issuing your DS-2019. Draft a skills-focused plan covering recruitment, employee relations, and HRIS systems so host employers can co-sign it quickly.
Target host employers with existing HR rotational programs
Employers running structured rotational or internship tracks in HR are far more likely to engage a designated sponsor than those filling a single open role. Use Migrate Mate to find U.S. employers posting roles aligned with J-1 exchange visitor categories.
Verify the host employer's E-Verify enrollment early
Some designated sponsors require host employers to be enrolled in E-Verify before issuing a DS-2019. Ask any prospective host about E-Verify status at the offer stage, not after you have accepted a position.
Check whether your home country triggers the two-year requirement
If your J-1 funding comes from your home government or if your country is on the DOL skills list, you face a two-year home residency requirement before changing to H-1B visa or permanent residence. Confirm your situation with your designated sponsor before accepting any host offer.
Request your DS-2019 start date with buffer time
USCIS and U.S. consulates process J-1 visa applications after the designated sponsor issues the DS-2019. Ask your sponsor to date the DS-2019 at least 30 days before your intended start so delays at the consulate don't breach your training plan timeline.
Human Resources Associate J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Human Resources Associate role?
It depends on your career stage. If you're a current student or recent graduate completing HR studies, the J-1 Intern category applies and covers up to 12 months. If you hold a degree plus at least one year of HR work experience, or five or more years of HR experience without a degree, the J-1 Trainee category is the correct fit and allows up to 18 months.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for HR roles, the employer or a separate organization?
The employer is the host, not the visa sponsor. J-1 sponsorship comes from a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization, such as Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or AIPT, which issues your DS-2019 form and monitors your program compliance. Your host employer co-signs the training plan and provides the placement, but the designated sponsor holds legal responsibility for your exchange visitor status.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to host a J-1 HR exchange visitor?
Search for employers that already run structured HR internship or rotational programs, since those organizations are most likely to engage a designated sponsor. Migrate Mate lets you filter U.S. roles by visa category, making it straightforward to identify host employers posting positions compatible with J-1 Intern or Trainee programs in human resources.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect HR Trainee participants?
It can. The two-year home residency requirement applies if your J-1 program is funded by your home government, if your home country appears on the DOL skills list, or if you received specialized knowledge or skills that your government considers in short supply. HR professionals from certain countries may be affected. Confirm your status with your designated sponsor before accepting a host offer, since the requirement blocks H-1B and green card applications until fulfilled or waived.
What documents does a host employer need before a designated sponsor issues my DS-2019?
The host employer must co-sign a completed DS-7002 Training or Internship Placement Plan, which outlines your objectives, supervision structure, and skill areas such as recruitment, employee relations, or HRIS training. Sponsors also typically require a formal offer letter confirming compensation and duration, and some require proof of the employer's E-Verify enrollment. Having these documents ready before approaching a designated sponsor shortens the DS-2019 issuance timeline significantly.