Research Assistant (Part-Time, Limited-Term)

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Research Assistant (Part-Time, Limited-Term)

Position Type

Limited-Term

Job Number

SA98824

Full or Part Time

part-time 0-19 hours weekly

Fair Labor Standard Act Classification

Non-Exempt

Anticipated Pay Range

$23.00 - $25.00

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.

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The research assistant, under the supervision of the principal investigator (PI), will provide research support for studies related to deafness and language development. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: screening participants, collecting/verifying/analyzing/visualizing data, collaborating with student research assistants, assisting in the preparation of presentations, grants, and manuscripts. The research assistant will be trained in key data collection methodologies (eye tracking, behavioral, and survey data) and tools (e.g., Qualtrics, REDCap,
Excel, SPSS, R).

Responsibilities

• Screen participants
• Assist with collecting, processing, verifying, and managing

eye-tracking, behavioral, and survey data.

• Assist with basic data analysis and visualization
• Aid in the preparation of presentations, grants, and

manuscripts

• Collaborate with student research assistants
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Strong initiative, organizational skills, and

problem-solving

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Willingness to work on an alternative schedule to accommodate

research participant scheduling needs.

Desired Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in an appropriate discipline (e.g.,

communication sciences and disorders, linguistics, cognitive science, psychology)

• Prior research experience (especially data analysis,

eye-tracking methodology, Qualtrics, REDCap).

• Proficiency in American Sign Language and prior experience

working with the Deaf community.

Special Instructions to Applicants

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

Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of their 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 to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the
Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate

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Pre-screening Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter