E-FARMS Research Assistant, UAS #1340 (CIRCA)

Position: Research Assistant

Project Name: Project e-FARMS

Work Schedule: This is a staff, part-time position; 5 hours per week; non-exempt position. This position is not eligible for benefits. This is a temporary appointment expiring on or before May 31, 2026, contingent upon the availability of funds.

Position Overview: Under the direct supervision of Dr. Lexi Hwang, the incumbent will perform various research and clerical support for the e-FARMS Program.

Essential Functions: The incumbent will support Dr. Hwang's research and contribute to various aspects of the program. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting Dr. Hwang and other faculty members on the program team as needed
• Performing general clerical tasks (e.g., paperwork and documentation)
• Conducting quantitative and qualitative data coding and analysis
• Supporting literature searches, coding, and reviews
• Participating in academic writing and manuscript preparation

The incumbent must demonstrate an interest or ability to work in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the UAS. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current UAS employees who apply for the position.

Review of applications/resumes will begin on May 23, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications/resumes are received. A cover letter and resume are required.

UAS hires only those individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Americans with Disabilities (ADA) requested accommodations should be made in advance to the UAS Human Resources Department.

Cal State LA University Auxiliary Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.