Chapman University
Research Assistant, Temporary
🇺🇸 Orange, CA
🕑 Part-Time
💰 $24 - $28 per Hour
💻 Research
🗓️ August 25th, 2025
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Chapman University is hiring a Research Assistant, Temporary. The role involves managing an academic research lab, conducting independent research in Human-Computer Interaction and Assistive Technology, and supervising undergraduate students on their projects while developing applications for emerging technologies.
Highlights
- Conduct independent research focused on Human-Computer Interaction, Ubiquitous and Assistive technology.
- Develop applications for mobile devices, wearables, and emerging technologies.
- Supervise and assist undergraduate students with research projects.
- Train undergraduate research students and lead user studies and experimental design.
- Manage lab operations including ordering and tracking materials.
- Required skills include coding, strong analytical, organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
- Preferred qualifications include experience in Human-Computer Interaction, app development, and data analysis.
- Part-time position with an anticipated pay range of $24.00 to $28.00 per hour.
- Work directly with faculty, staff, and undergraduate students within the Fowler School of Engineering.
- Must hold a Bachelor's degree with relevant field experience.
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Research Assistant, Temporary
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Chapman University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, age, marital status or sexual orientation in the administration of its education policies or any other policies or programs administered by the university.
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.
Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title | Research Assistant, Temporary
Position Type | Temporary
Job Number | SA64824
Full or Part Time | part-time 0-19 hours weekly
Fair Labor Standard Act Classification | Non-Exempt
Anticipated Pay Range | $24.00-$28.00
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 Type | Temporary
Job Number | SA64824
Full or Part Time | part-time 0-19 hours weekly
Fair Labor Standard Act Classification | Non-Exempt
Anticipated Pay Range | $24.00-$28.00
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 rapidly growing Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler School of Engineering at Chapman University invites applications for a post-doctoral fellow position in the areas of machine learning, statistics, and data science.
Chapman University is a nationally ranked, R2 Carnegie Classified, private institution offering traditional undergraduate and graduate programs in the heart of Orange County, one of Southern California’s most diverse and vibrant regions. Chapman’s campuses are home to nearly 10,000 students representing 50 states, three territories, and 87 countries. The 11 schools and colleges of Chapman, including Fowler School of Engineering, offer 65 bachelors, 53 master, and six doctoral programs, along with 60 minors and 17 integrated and bridge programs. Classes are taught by more than 1,100 dedicated faculty members who are leaders in their fields, including Nobel Prize recipients, MacArthur Fellows, National Medal of Science honorees, former U.S. Supreme Court clerks, and Emmy, Grammy, and Academy Award winners.
Opened in the fall of 2019, the Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler School of Engineering offers undergraduate degree programs in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, and Software Engineering, and a graduate program in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. The School also offers several interdisciplinary minors and themed inquiry programs which allow students from across other Chapman programs to explore engineering. Fowler Engineering is committed to contributing solutions to global challenges and a key component of that mission is the recruitment and support of faculty, staff, and students from the broadest possible set of backgrounds and experiences. The Swenson Family Hall of Engineering, which opened in 2021, provides state-of-the-art facilities for teaching and research that allow for experiences that are truly without boundaries.
Position DescriptionManage an academic research lab, facilitate and conduct independent research. Research areas Human-Computer Interaction, Ubiquitous and Assistive technology. Conducting research will be an integral part of the position. The position will assist and supervise undergraduate students with their projects and will pursue their own research project. The research will involve methods such as literature review, design thinking, user studies, development of mobile, wearables and emerging technology applications. There will be significant interaction with undergraduate students and with other faculty and staff.
Responsibilities | Conduct independent research related to supervisor’s principal research. Duties include but are not limited to: Development of mobile, wearables and emerging technology application Carry out experiments related to the research. Work with and oversee undergraduate students and assist in delegating tasks. Train and advise undergraduate research students. User studies, experimental design, collecting and analyzing data. Manage general lab operations. Duties include but are not limited to: Order, receive and track materials and inventory. Other administrative tasks as needed. Perform other duties as assigned
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 Human-Computer Interaction, and app development or related field. Previous experience in coding skills Strong analytical and organizational skills Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Desired Qualifications | Experience in data analysis Willingness to acquire new skills
Special Instructions to Applicants | Chapman University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, age, marital status or sexual orientation in the administration of its education policies or any other policies or programs administered by the university.
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.
Minimum Number of References |
Maximum Number of References |
Chapman University is a nationally ranked, R2 Carnegie Classified, private institution offering traditional undergraduate and graduate programs in the heart of Orange County, one of Southern California’s most diverse and vibrant regions. Chapman’s campuses are home to nearly 10,000 students representing 50 states, three territories, and 87 countries. The 11 schools and colleges of Chapman, including Fowler School of Engineering, offer 65 bachelors, 53 master, and six doctoral programs, along with 60 minors and 17 integrated and bridge programs. Classes are taught by more than 1,100 dedicated faculty members who are leaders in their fields, including Nobel Prize recipients, MacArthur Fellows, National Medal of Science honorees, former U.S. Supreme Court clerks, and Emmy, Grammy, and Academy Award winners.
Opened in the fall of 2019, the Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler School of Engineering offers undergraduate degree programs in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, and Software Engineering, and a graduate program in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. The School also offers several interdisciplinary minors and themed inquiry programs which allow students from across other Chapman programs to explore engineering. Fowler Engineering is committed to contributing solutions to global challenges and a key component of that mission is the recruitment and support of faculty, staff, and students from the broadest possible set of backgrounds and experiences. The Swenson Family Hall of Engineering, which opened in 2021, provides state-of-the-art facilities for teaching and research that allow for experiences that are truly without boundaries.
Position DescriptionManage an academic research lab, facilitate and conduct independent research. Research areas Human-Computer Interaction, Ubiquitous and Assistive technology. Conducting research will be an integral part of the position. The position will assist and supervise undergraduate students with their projects and will pursue their own research project. The research will involve methods such as literature review, design thinking, user studies, development of mobile, wearables and emerging technology applications. There will be significant interaction with undergraduate students and with other faculty and staff.
Responsibilities | Conduct independent research related to supervisor’s principal research. Duties include but are not limited to: Development of mobile, wearables and emerging technology application Carry out experiments related to the research. Work with and oversee undergraduate students and assist in delegating tasks. Train and advise undergraduate research students. User studies, experimental design, collecting and analyzing data. Manage general lab operations. Duties include but are not limited to: Order, receive and track materials and inventory. Other administrative tasks as needed. Perform other duties as assigned
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 Human-Computer Interaction, and app development or related field. Previous experience in coding skills Strong analytical and organizational skills Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Desired Qualifications | Experience in data analysis Willingness to acquire new skills
Special Instructions to Applicants | Chapman University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, age, marital status or sexual orientation in the administration of its education policies or any other policies or programs administered by the university.
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.
Minimum Number of References |
Maximum Number of References |
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Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Letter of Recommendation 2
- Curriculum Vitae
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One University Drive
Orange, CA 92866
(714) 997-6815
RINKER HEALTH SCIENCE CAMPUS
9401 Jeronimo Road
Irvine, CA 92618
© 2019 CHAPMAN UNIVERSITY
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Office of Human Resources
One University Drive
Orange, California 92866
TalentServices@chapman.edu
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.
Office of Human Resources
One University Drive
Orange, California 92866
TalentServices@chapman.edu
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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