Job Description
Posting Details Student Title Classification Information
Quick Link Job Number SE233624
Position Information
Department or Unit Name Environmental Science & Policy
Position Headcount 1
Position Title Research Lab Assistant
Academic Year Fall 2026
Term or Semester Fall
Is this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student? Undergrad
Anticipated Pay Range $17.00 - $17.00
Pay 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? Orange
Approved Supervisor Richelle Tanner
Supervisor Email rtanner@chapman.edu
Scheduling
Please use dates within Chapman Academic Calendar
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Desired Start Date 09/07/2026
Projected End Date 12/01/2026
Average number of hours per week Up to 19 Hrs
Position Summary Information
Job 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.
Special Instructions to Applicants Budget Information
Is Federal work-study required? With or Without FWS
Job Tags
10 hours per week