Office of Student Research (Admin Assistants) Instructional Student Assistant (ISA) Pool

California State University; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

California State University, San Bernardino is seeking Administrative Research Assistants to support the Office of Student Research. Responsibilities include clerical support, event planning, and data management. Candidates must be graduate students with strong communication skills and a commitment to research.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a graduate student at CSUSB.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical and administrative support including scheduling and filing.
• Support planning and execution of workshops and events.
• Assist with data entry and maintaining research-related databases.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Education

Graduate Student

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) is a prominent center of intellectual and cultural activity in the Inland Empire region of Southern California. Established in 1965 and located at the foothills of the San Bernardino mountains, the university serves approximately 19,000 students. CSUSB is a federally recognized minority-serving and Hispanic-serving institution that reflects the region's diverse community, with 74% of students from underrepresented groups, 80% first-generation students, and 56% Pell-eligible students. For more information, please visit the CSUSB website.

CSUSB employs 467 full-time faculty and offers 48 undergraduate, 35 graduate, and one doctoral degree programs, along with 14 nationally accredited academic programs. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core to our mission. We believe that embracing diverse experiences and backgrounds fosters innovation and improves outcomes for our students and community. We encourage applicants with experience in ethnically diverse settings or a commitment to serving diverse student populations to apply.

JOB SUMMARY

The Office of Student Research (OSR) seeks undergraduate students to serve as Administrative Research Assistants under the ISA classification. These students will support OSR programs, including the Summer Research Program and Meeting of the Minds Symposium, through communication, event logistics, data entry, and outreach. Candidates should demonstrate strong organizational and interpersonal skills and a commitment to supporting research at CSUSB.

TYPICAL ACTIVITIES

1. Provide clerical and administrative support, including scheduling, email correspondence, and filing.
2. Support the planning and execution of workshops, events, and research conferences.
3. Create promotional materials, newsletters, and social media content.
4. Assist with data entry and maintaining research-related databases.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently enrolled as a graduate student at CSUSB.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Eligible to work on campus and complete hiring paperwork.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Google Suite.
• Attention to detail, organizational skills, and multitasking ability.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

The position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and requires compliance with CSU Executive Order 1083. A satisfactory background check, including a criminal records check, is required prior to employment. Failure to pass the background check may result in withdrawal of the job offer.

Current employees applying for this position will also undergo a background check if required by law or designated as sensitive, which involves heightened scrutiny due to safety or security concerns.

CSUSB is a smoke & tobacco-free campus, promoting a healthy environment.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Office of Student Research supports undergraduate and graduate research across disciplines through funding, workshops, and events, fostering a campus-wide culture of inquiry. Learn more at https://www.csusb.edu/student-research.

For questions, contact:

Office of Student Research

[phone]

[e-mail]

HOW TO APPLY

Submit the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Cover Letter
• Reference List (names, phone numbers, and emails of three referees for recommendation letters; confidential letters will be requested if advanced in the process)

Applications will be reviewed as received. To apply, use the CSU Recruit link:

Application Link

Salary is commensurate with experience and appointment percentage, ranging from $17.86 to $23.84 per hour. More details are available at CSU Salary Schedule.

A background check, including a criminal records check, must be completed satisfactorily before employment. The position is designated as 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act, requiring compliance with CSU Executive Order 1083. CSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and promotes diversity and inclusion in hiring and employment practices.