Chapman University
Orange, California
Research Lab Assistant
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- Location
- Orange, California
- Work type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $35,360/yr
- Posted
- 4 days ago
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About this role
Quick Link
https://chapman.peopleadmin.com/postings/40925Job Number
SE233624Department or Unit Name
Environmental Science & PolicyPosition Headcount
1Position Title
Research Lab AssistantAcademic Year
Fall 2026Term or Semester
FallIs this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student?
UndergradAnticipated Pay Range
$17.00 - $17.00Pay Range Information
Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.
On which Campus will this work be done?
OrangeApproved Supervisor
Richelle TannerSupervisor Email
[email protected]Desired Start Date
09/07/2026Projected End Date
12/01/2026Average number of hours per week
Up to 19 HrsJob Description Summary
The Research Lab Assistant supports an ongoing Environmental Science & Policy research project examining professional networks, scientific collaboration, and community culture within the biological sciences. Student researchers will gain hands-on experience with data collection, social network analysis, generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) applications, and scientific research methodologies.
This position offers opportunities to collaborate with faculty researchers and partner organizations, contribute to conference and publication efforts, and develop valuable research, analytical, and professional skills applicable to graduate study and scientific careers. Students may also have the opportunity to collaborate with researchers and professional organizations from partner institutions, participate in collaborative meetings, and contribute to scholarly presentations and peer-reviewed publications. This position is for 10-15 hours per week.
Responsibilities
- Assist faculty researchers with data collection, organization, and management for ongoing research projects.
- Apply and evaluate generative AI (GenAI) tools to support research, data processing, and analytical tasks.
- Conduct literature reviews and summarize scientific publications relevant to project objectives.
- Assist with coding, categorizing, and analyzing data related to professional networks and scientific communities.
- Support social network analysis activities and interpretation of research findings.
- Maintain accurate research records, documentation, and project files.
- Participate in research meetings and collaborative discussions with faculty, research partners, and fellow student researchers.
- Assist with preparing presentations, reports, conference materials, and scholarly publications.
- Contribute to research dissemination efforts, including conference presentations and peer-reviewed manuscripts when appropriate.
- Collaborate professionally with faculty and external partners from participating institutions and organizations.
- Perform other research-related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Assist faculty researchers with data collection, organization, and management for ongoing research projects.
- Apply and evaluate generative AI (GenAI) tools to support research, data processing, and analytical tasks.
- Conduct literature reviews and summarize scientific publications relevant to project objectives.
- Assist with coding, categorizing, and analyzing data related to professional networks and scientific communities.
- Support social network analysis activities and interpretation of research findings.
- Maintain accurate research records, documentation, and project files.
- Participate in research meetings and collaborative discussions with faculty, research partners, and fellow student researchers.
- Assist with preparing presentations, reports, conference materials, and scholarly publications.
- Perform other research-related duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
- Coursework in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
- Interest in artificial intelligence, social network analysis, data analytics, or scientific research.
- Experience working with research projects, datasets, or data management.
- Interest in scientific communication, publishing, and conference presentations.
- Desire to pursue graduate education, research, conservation, environmental policy, or related scientific careers.
Is Federal work-study required?
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