Part-time Research Assistant, Limited Term

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Position Information

Position Title Part-time Research Assistant, Limited Term

Position Type Temporary

Job Number SA92424

Full or Part Time part-time 0-19 hours weekly

Fair Labor Standard Act Classification Non-Exempt

Anticipated Pay Range $20.00

Pay Range Information Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate ofthe 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, aswell as internal equity and other internal factors.

The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

Position Summary Information

The position requires knowledge of handling ground and satellite data from different Earth’s observing stations and carry out analysis to study influence of different kinds of natural hazardsassociated with land, ocean, cryosphere and atmosphere. The position requires good academic background with knowledge of MATLABand Excel. The candidate must have experience of working with various NASA tools to generate images for analysis and interpretation.

• Conduct interviews with students following established interview protocols
• Assist with participant recruitment and communication.
• Organize and analyze qualitative data from interviews.
• Assist with interpretation of findings.

• Assist with preparing and writing reports, presentations, and manuscripts.
• Identify and review relevant research.

• Collaborate with research team members to support ongoing research initiatives

• Experience with biology education research, specifically qualitative analyses skills
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Writing skills to summarize research findings and integrate into scientific manuscripts
• Communication and interpersonal skills to interact and work collaboratively with other researchers

• Willingness to acquire new skills

At Chapman University, we believe collaboration thrives throughin-person engagement. This position is fully on campus, and employees work alongside colleagues, faculty, students, and staffeach day to support our vibrant university community.

Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless oftheir protected characteristics. All qualified applicants and employees are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex,sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening and returning tothe Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.