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Research Assistant (Schurger, A)

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 22 Jun 2026

About the role

Position Information

Position Title Research Assistant (Schurger, A) Position Type Limited-Term Job Number SA81524 Full or Part Time part-time 0-19 hours weekly Fair Labor Standard Act Classification Non-Exempt Anticipated Pay Range $22.00 - $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

Under the direction and supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI), the research assistant will provide researchsupport to ongoing projects and grants related to volition, perception, and AI safety (includingintentions-in-AI). Responsibilities include but are not limited to performing various researchactivities; data entry; conducting literature reviews and compiling findings; maintaining project related documentation and records; assisting with participant recruitment, trainings, andbehavioral assessments; gathering EEG, TMS, eye-tracking, and other neural and behavioraldata; analyzing data; writing up presentations, and manuscripts.

Responsibilities

Independently performing various research activities
Conducting literature reviews and compiling findings
Maintaining project-related documentation and records
Assisting with participant recruitment, trainings, and behavioral assessments
Gathering and analyzing EEG, TMS, eye-tracking, and other neural and behavioral data
Writing up presentations and manuscripts
Other research-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Demonstrated experience in data collection and data entry
Demonstrated analytical skills: define problems by performing research and fact finding
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing
Willingness to work as a supportive, cooperative member of an interdisciplinary team
Ability to work independently

Desired Qualifications

BA/BS degree in psychology, health sciences, cognitive science, neuroscience, or similar background and experience
Experience in a psychology or neuroscience lab using EEG, TMS, and/or eye-tracking equipment

Special Instructions to Applicants

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.

Our campus-centered work environment fosters meaningful collaboration and connection, offering employees the opportunity to engage directly with students, faculty, and staff each day.

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