Anthropology Graduate Research Assistant

The California State University; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 68,000; Part time

Job summary

The California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) is seeking graduate students for a 2026-27 Graduate Assistantship in Anthropology. This 12-month position, based in Los Angeles, offers up to 20 hours per week and involves diverse, non-teaching support for faculty and research activities.

Minimum qualifications include enrollment as a degree-seeking graduate student in the Anthropology program and the ability to work effectively with a diverse academic community.

Qualifications

• Admissions to the Master Program in the Department of Anthropology, in good academic standing
• Enrollment in course(s) for the semester towards the degree
• Ability to relate well with others within the academic environment and have the ability or potential to learn how to instruct and evaluate students
• Demonstrate commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff and students from diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds

Responsibilities

• Provide professional non-teaching assistance to faculty member
• Provide research assistance and practical experience in fields related to their advanced study
• Assisting with handling/or training other student in the use of equipment or other resources
• Assisting faculty with research and preparation of course materials
• Participate in evaluation of students work

Job description

The California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) is seeking graduate students for a 2026-27 Graduate Assistantship in Anthropology. This 12-month position, based in Los Angeles, offers up to 20 hours per week and involves diverse, non-teaching support for faculty and research activities.

Minimum qualifications include enrollment as a degree-seeking graduate student in the Anthropology program and the ability to work effectively with a diverse academic community.