Department of Psychology Graduate Assistant Pool

CSU Careers • San Bernardino, CA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) is seeking Graduate Assistants (GAs) for the Department of Psychology. GAs provide part-time professional and technical assistance to faculty in activities related to their graduate study. These assignments are non-instructional and are designed to offer graduate students practical experience relevant to their academic and professional development. Responsibilities will vary based on faculty needs, research projects, or grants. Potential duties include assisting with research, data collection and organization, literature searches, preparing research materials, using research equipment, laboratory activities, student training, report preparation, and other professional or technical tasks. Some assignments may involve specialized research settings like laboratories or animal research facilities, requiring specific training.

Requirements

• Completed the requirements for a bachelor's degree or equivalent preparation.
• Enrolled in a CSU graduate degree program.
• Students enrolled in credential programs are not eligible for Graduate Assistant appointments.
• Demonstrate satisfactory achievement in previous academic work for an initial appointment and satisfactory progress toward completion of the graduate degree for subsequent appointments.
• Possess knowledge of the subject matter relevant to the assignment.
• Possess the academic preparation and ability necessary to assist faculty with the research, professional, or technical activities associated with the assignment.
• Be able to work effectively and collaboratively with faculty, staff, and other students and to perform assigned work responsibly.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework or other academic preparation directly relevant to the project or assignment.
• Prior research experience related to the work to be performed.
• Experience with research methods, data collection, data management, or data analysis relevant to the assignment.
• Experience conducting literature searches or preparing research materials.
• Experience with laboratory procedures, research equipment, or specialized research environments relevant to the assignment.
• Experience working in an animal research facility or with research animals, when applicable to the assignment.
• Demonstrated reliability, attention to detail, and ability to complete work within established timelines.
• Demonstrated potential to effectively train and mentor other students.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty with authorized research and other special projects.
• Collect, organize, enter, manage, or summarize research data.
• Conduct literature searches and compile bibliographies or other source materials.
• Assist with preparation of research materials, protocols, reports, presentations, or other project-related materials.
• Assist with preparation, organization, and maintenance of materials used in research projects.
• Organize, train, and supervise laboratory research teams.
• Coordinate and conduct research projects.
• Perform project-specific professional or technical tasks appropriate to the student's academic preparation.
• Participate in required training associated with the particular research environment or assignment.
• Meet regularly with the faculty supervisor and complete assigned work within established timelines.
• Provide routine animal care and technical support in accordance with approved animal-use protocols and institutional standards.
• Comply with applicable university, college, department, laboratory, and research policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Salary is commensurate with experience. (Actual Salary will be in accordance with percentage of time appointed)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level