Behavioral Lab Manager 

SURVEY WORKER SR (007232)

UCPath Position ID: TBD_941297

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

4/15/2026 11:11:45 AM

Date Last Edited:

4/15/2026 11:11:43 AM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

1160O

Organization:

ANDERSON SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT

Division Code:

1161D

Division:

MANAGEMENT DIV

Department:

030000 - ANDERSON GRAD SCH OF MANAGEMENT

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

TBD_941297

Position Description ID

254771

UC Payroll Title:

SURVEY WORKER SR (007232)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

CX: Clerical & Allied Services

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40038892

Reports to Payroll Title:

ASSOC PROF-AY-B/E/E

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40038892

Department Head Payroll Title:

ASSOC PROF-AY-B/E/E

GENERAL SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent develops procedures for performance of variety of duties; or performs complex duties within established policy guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

Assist with creating and running research studies, strategic planning, and project coordination for the UCLA Anderson Behavioral Lab and for the researchers who are part of the lab. Responsibilities include: preparing and conducting a diverse array of research studies and assisting in the recruitment of participants and in the collection and management of the data; coordinating payment for participants, approving and tracking funding and managing the lab's budget; training, coordinating, and supervising undergraduate staff, purchasing supplies and maintaining up-to-date computer software. Responsibilities also include conducting library and online research for faculty members and helping faculty members prepare supplementary aspects of papers (references, tables, proofreading). Provide assistance in the preparation of human subjects applications and track ongoing contracts between the projects and the Office for the Protection of Research Subjects (OPRS). 

Behavioral Lab Manager will report to all supervising lab faculty while working in conjunction with the UCLA Anderson Behavioral Lab members (postdoc- and graduate students). Lab Manager will work under minimal supervision, exercise independent judgment in making procedural adjustments and appropriately manage deadlines and workflow. 

The Anderson Behavioral Lab assists Anderson-affiliated researchers in conducting behavioral research. To this end, the Anderson Behavioral Lab administers studies both in person (i.e., lab studies) and online. The research being conducted spans a wide range of topics, including judgment and decision making, consumer behavior and organizational behavior. This interdisciplinary research laboratory serves as a major resource to the UCLA Anderson School of Management, contributing to our reputation for excellence in academic research.

Project Support

A1. Assist with and coordinate data collection. Assistance will include: recruiting subject pool members for the Behavioral Lab pool and general population pool, plan and schedule logistics of different subject pools, order materials (pens, printer ink, other supplies), help in the coordination of data collection, and oversee and assist data collectors to assure adherence to established research protocol.(E)

A2. Help to conceptualize, prepare, and refine materials for the conduct of studies and accomplishment of assigned objectives (includes preparing participant questionnaires). Assist with the analysis and review of standardized measures and other instruments for the appropriateness of the study.(E)

A3. Assist in the development of study protocols. (E)

A4. Provide input and background data for the development of plans for data collection and/or delivery of technical assistance and resources regarding planning, implementing, and evaluating ongoing data collection and participant recruitment. (E)

A5. Provide assistance with literature searches and help synthesize/organize the results. Collect and assemble analytical and factual data on assigned problems (e.g., through library research, internet research). (E)

A6. Assist in the preliminary analysis and interpretation of the project data as needed. (E)

A7. Coordinate preparation of data displays (charts, graphs, and tables) related to results and findings. Assist with the preparation of Behavioral Lab manuscripts. (E)

A8. Continue to gather, synthesize, and share relevant project information as well as materials and resources with co-workers.(E)

A9. Help with preparation of human subjects applications and track ongoing contracts between the project and the Office for the Protection of Research Subjects (OPRS).(E)

70%

Supervision

B1. Train, supervise, coordinate, and select undergraduate student staff. (E)

B2. Serve as a liaison between the project staff and researchers to promote efficacy and cohesiveness between the administrative and programmatic components of the projects.(E)

15%

Administrative Support

C1. Manage, process and track the payment of study participants.(E)

C2. Responsible for purchasing supplies, maintaining up-to-date computer software, and data management.(E)

C3. Maintain computers, printer, and other equipment.(E)

15%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

Required

Experience working in at least one psychology lab or similar research setting.

Required

Experience assisting with research on at least one of the following topics: stigma, prejudice, discrimination, diversity, groups, emotions, subjective well-being, judgment and decision-making, consumer behavior, or social influence.

Required

Knowledge of library system (including use of the online search engines PsychInfo and PubMed) for various methods of research.

Required

Skill in prioritizing assignments to complete work in a timely fashion in spite of changes in workload, changes in assignments, pressure of deadlines, competing assignments and heavy workloads.

Required

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing. Able to communicate effectively with research participants and to conduct data collection using clear and standardized procedures.

Required

Skilled in working independently and following through on assignments with minimal direction.

Required

Skilled in Qualtrics and MTurk online data collection.

Required

Knowledge of PC and Mac computers and applications; working knowledge of PowerPoint and Excel.

Required

Excellent organization skills.

Required

Familiarity with APA and other styles of writing. Background and experience writing or contributing to the writing of reports, proposals, and/or related documents.

Required

Computer skills including word processing, email systems, spreadsheets, and databases. Functional knowledge for conducting statistical analyses in SPSS, R, or SAS.

Required

Rudimentary accounting skills and the ability to interpret budgets.

Required

Willingness to become familiar with the forms and submission procedures to obtain research approvals from the UCLA Institutional Review Board and Office for the Protection of Research Subjects.

Required

Excellent skills in oral and written English communication.

Required

Ability and willingness to work with competing deadlines, meet fixed deadlines, manage multiple assignments, and follow through tasks to completion.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

UCLA Anderson

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.