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VR Graduate Research Assistant
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Posted:
19 August 2026 (22 days ago)
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Application Deadline:
16 November 2026
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1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Position Summary
Career Readiness Learning Objectives 1. Communication: The Research Assistant will clearly and effectively communicate with (1) Dr. Jinhee Yoo (Principal Investigator PI) and (2) participants for recruiting coordinating the experiment sessions and executing research experiments. 2. Professionalism: The Research Assistant will understand and respect the confidentiality of the research participants as they will have access to the participants personal information. Practicing confidentiality is a key part of professionalism. The Research Assistant will also demonstrate punctuality and respect for both PI and participants. Purpose The primary responsibility of the Graduate Research Assistant is to work directly with Dr. Yoo regarding her research projects on virtual reality (VR) gaming sport consumer behavior online consumer behavior etc. The Research Assistant will be responsible for assisting the PI in a variety of non-administrative tasks in support of the research activities which may include but not be limited to (1) preparing resources equipment and materials for the research (2) recruiting research participants (3) executing research experiments and data collection (4) documenting results etc.
Physical Demands
Should not have any limitations using VR headsets (i.e. no history of seizure or epilepsy).
Required Qualifications
Must be a Gannon University graduate student enrolled for both the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters and available to work throughout the entire 2026/2027 academic year. Graduate students in Business Psychology Communications Engineering or related field only. GPA of 3.0 or higher at both the undergraduate and graduate levels Proficient in using Excel Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Looking for a responsible professional proactive and detail-oriented candidate who is flexible and adaptable to meet the demands of the research schedule. Candidates with strong sales experience or demonstrated outreach and engagement skills are preferred.
Work Schedule
Office Hours - Depending On Data Collection Schedule
Career Readiness Learning Objectives 1. Communication: The Research Assistant will clearly and effectively communicate with (1) Dr. Jinhee Yoo (Principal Investigator PI) and (2) participants for recruiting coordinating the experiment sessions and executing research experiments. 2. Professionalism: The Research Assistant will understand and respect the confidentiality of the research participants as they will have access to the participants personal information. Practicing confidentiality is a key part of professionalism. The Research Assistant will also demonstrate punctuality and respect for both PI and participants. Purpose The primary responsibility of the Graduate Research Assistant is to work directly with Dr. Yoo regarding her research projects on virtual reality (VR) gaming sport consumer behavior online consumer behavior etc. The Research Assistant will be responsible for assisting the PI in a variety of non-administrative tasks in support of the research activities which may include but not be limited to (1) preparing resources equipment and materials for the research (2) recruiting research participants (3) executing research experiments and data collection (4) documenting results etc.
Physical Demands
Should not have any limitations using VR headsets (i.e. no history of seizure or epilepsy).
Required Qualifications
Must be a Gannon University graduate student enrolled for both the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters and available to work throughout the entire 2026/2027 academic year. Graduate students in Business Psychology Communications Engineering or related field only. GPA of 3.0 or higher at both the undergraduate and graduate levels Proficient in using Excel Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Looking for a responsible professional proactive and detail-oriented candidate who is flexible and adaptable to meet the demands of the research schedule. Candidates with strong sales experience or demonstrated outreach and engagement skills are preferred.
Work Schedule
Office Hours - Depending On Data Collection Schedule
Required Experience:
Junior IC
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