Research Assistant: Data Analysis & Collaborative Research

Carnegie Science; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Carnegie Science seeks a Project Research Assistant to collaborate with senior researchers on design, organization and execution of specialized research projects at our Pasadena facility.

You will use established scientific techniques, assist with data analysis, and prepare reports for dissemination. This role supports postdocs, attends meetings, and may involve preparing journal-ready materials.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled undergraduate student (or recent graduate with a BS or BA degree in related field).
• Experience with specialized software or datasets, as required by the supervisor.
• Satisfactory academic progress, as defined by the supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Assist postdocs and more senior researchers in the research environment.
• Collect and analyze data, summarize project results.
• Manage and respond to project related email.
• Attend project meetings.
• Prepare other articles, reports, and presentations.

Skills

Self-starter

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Enthusiasm for learning

Education

Pursuing BS/BA in related field

Undergraduate student or recent graduate with BS/BA

Academic progress per supervisor

Job description

Carnegie Science seeks a Project Research Assistant to collaborate with senior researchers on design, organization and execution of specialized research projects at our Pasadena facility.

You will use established scientific techniques, assist with data analysis, and prepare reports for dissemination. This role supports postdocs, attends meetings, and may involve preparing journal-ready materials.