Research Assistant, Temporary
Orange, CA 
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Position Title Research Assistant, Temporary
Position Type Temporary
Job Number SA26224
Full or Part Time Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly
Fair Labor Standard Act Classification Non-Exempt
Anticipated Pay Range $30.00/hr
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.
Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary
Summer research assistants will work on summer research projects related to the SlicerCloud Grant and the FHL Fish Class. They will also conduct their own independent research and maintain their writing goals. RAs will be required to help (and occasionally lead) collecting trips around San Juan Island. They will also be expected to help maintain and teach undergraduate and graduate students how to use equipment in the Fish Lab.
Responsibilities
Conduct research off-site at Friday Harbor Labs related to Fish Class and your own independent research. Duties include:
  • Carry out experiments related to the research.
  • Follow lab safety protocols.
  • Lab based experimental design and collecting data.
  • Collaborate with and mentor other independent researchers off-site at Friday Harbor Labs
  • Train and advise undergraduate and graduate research students.
  • Manage general lab, class, and field collection operations off-site at Friday Harbor Labs:
  • Maintain records and assist with routine maintenance.
  • Create and maintain equipment schedules
Required Qualifications
  • A Bachelor's degree and previous experience in an appropriate field with preference given to candidates with a degree or equivalent coursework in biomechanics, physiology, electrical engineering, or computer science.
  • Experience in working with CT scans
  • Programming experience in R
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills
  • Willingness to acquire new skills
Desired Qualifications
Special Instructions to Applicants
Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic global community. The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. All qualified applicants 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.

The University is committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. More information on diversity and inclusion at Chapman University can be found at www.chapman.edu/diversity.

Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Chapman University does not sponsor applicants for Staff and Administrator positions for work visas.

The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.
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Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
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