LAEP Student Research Assistant

The Othering & Belonging Institute; Berkeley (CA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading research institute is seeking a Climate & Agrarian Justice Student Research Assistant to contribute to projects on climate sustainability and community engagement. The role requires strong research and interpersonal skills, focusing on climate justice frameworks and collaboration with impacted communities. This position is remote with flexible hours, ideal for a UC Berkeley undergraduate who meets the LAEP/work-study eligibility.

Qualifications

• Must have an LAEP/work-study award of at least $6,000.
• Strong research and writing skills needed for literature reviews.
• Familiarity with climate justice frameworks is essential.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to projects on climate crisis impacts and food sovereignty.
• Engage with community partners as part of research teams.
• Participate in research briefings and presentations.

Skills

Research and writing skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Cultural competence

Education

Undergraduate student at UC Berkeley

Job description

LAEP STUDENT RESEARCH ASSISTANT (STDT) JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Department: Othering & Belonging Institute
Duration: Fall 2025 & Spring 2026
Location: Remote
Hours: 7 hours/week (17.5% FTE)
Position: Climate & Agrarian Justice Student Research Assistant (STDT)
Compensation: 1st & 2nd years = $26/hour; 3rd & 4th years = $27/hour
Eligibility: UC Berkeley undergraduate students eligible for LAEP/work-study (must have an LAEP/work-study award of at least $6,000 for the academic year)

The Othering & Belonging Institute is a hub of researchers and community networks focused on creating a world where all people belong, with respect and the right to contribute and demand societal change. The Global Justice Program (GJP) examines structural marginality and promotes global inclusivity, grounded in frameworks of Othering & Belonging and Targeted Universalism, both locally and globally.

Required Qualifications:

• UC Berkeley LAEP/work-study eligible undergraduate student (must have an award of at least $6,000)
• Excellent research and writing skills, including developing literature reviews and case studies
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills with limited supervision
• Cultural competence with marginalized communities affected by the climate crisis
• Familiarity with climate justice frameworks and impacts on marginalized communities

Desired Qualifications:

• Ability to develop communications for policy and public audiences
• Experience applying frameworks related to agrarian justice, climate justice, and global justice
• Research methodologies such as literature reviews, content analyses, surveys, policy analysis, and data synthesis

Responsibilities:

Contributing to projects on climate crisis impacts, climate justice, food sovereignty, and global south research, including literature reviews, power mapping, legislative analysis, and engaging with community partners. Active participation in project teams, research briefings, and presentations is expected.

Application Instructions:

Send your resume, a one-page statement of interest, and a sample of related work (up to 5 pages) to Hossein Ayazi at [e-mail] with the subject line "Climate & Agrarian Justice STDT".

We aim to fill this position promptly; applications are accepted as long as the position is posted.

Misconduct Disclosure:

Final candidates will be required to disclose any recent administrative or judicial misconduct decisions, allegations, or proceedings involving misconduct, including violations of policies on harassment, discrimination, or unethical conduct.