Research Assistant (Jenkins, B)

Seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant to join a federally funded longitudinal clinical research project examining emotion and stress factors that influence asthma management and health outcomes among adolescents with asthma. We work with both English and Spanish speaking families, so the ideal candidate is fluent in both languages.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to reviewing electronic medical records to screen patients for eligibility, participant recruitment, obtaining informed consent, coordinating participant interviews, conducting participant interviews, sending participants electronic inhaler monitoring devices, setting up inhaler devices with participants, maintaining participant tracking databases and recruitment logs, and data management and cleaning.

Because we work around participant availability, hours may shift day to day and include evenings and/or weekends; flexibility is essential. Ideal for an individual planning to pursue graduate or professional school who wants hands-on experience assisting with a rigorous longitudinal clinical study. The successful candidate will work directly with the PI, receive structured mentorship, and build a record of experience directly relevant to graduate applications.

• Conduct participant assessments (surveys, structured interviews) in accordance with study protocols

• Manage participant flow from recruitment through study completion, including scheduling, tracking, and follow-up, and proactively communicating progress and obstacles to the PI

• Assist with data management, data cleaning, quality checks, and preparation of study materials

• Set up electronic inhaler monitoring devices and troubleshoot when needed.

• Assist with institutional Review Board ( IRB ) communication and compliance

• Participate in regular team meetings, included structured one-on-ones with the PI

• Mentor undergraduate research assistants and support their training in research procedures

• 1–2 years of prior research experience, including knowledge of research methods and terminology

• Analytical skills including the ability to define problems through research and fact finding

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing

• Ability to work collaboratively as a supportive member of an interdisciplinary research team

• Ability to work independently and manage research tasks with minimal supervision

• Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent combination of education and work experience in psychology, health sciences, biology, or related field

• Working knowledge of Excel and experience with survey platforms such as RedCap

At Chapman University, we believe collaboration thrives through in-person engagement. This position is fully on campus, and employees work alongside colleagues, faculty, students, and staff each day to support our vibrant university community.

Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of their protected characteristics. All qualified applicants and employees are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

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The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.