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Research Position

Student Assistant- Office of the Provost- Student Researcher

Deadline
Mar 05, 2027
Closing in 137 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
None
Part time
Reference
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Posted Sep 08, 2026

About the role

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Posting Information

Requisition 202500367ST

Title Student Assistant- Office of the Provost- Student Researcher Employee Class Student Assistant College Work Study Position No Department Office of the Provost Division Division of Academic Affairs Hours per week 20 Hiring Rate $12/per hour Preferred Student Classification N/A Nature & Purpose of Position Primary Responsibilities The Research Assistant will perform research and provide support for Dr. Cardinal's current projects, including but not limited to: Literature Reviews: Conduct comprehensive reviews of evidence-based best practices in:

  • Experiential learning methodologies
  • Undergraduate research programs
  • Internship effectiveness and outcomes
  • Career success metrics and pathways
  • Global engagement initiatives
  • Study abroad program evaluation
  • International student support services
  • Research & Writing: Assist with research design, data collection, analysis, and academic writing Community Engagement: Participate in campus observation, collaboration, and outreach activities Data Management: Organize and maintain research databases and citation libraries AI Research & Discovery Tools:

  • Perplexity: AI-powered research assistant with real-time web access
  • Semantic Scholar: AI-enhanced academic paper search and analysis
  • Research Rabbit: Article discovery with citation network visualization
  • Connected Papers: Visual exploration of academic paper relationships
  • Elicit: Research question answering using academic literature
  • Consensus: Evidence-based answers from scientific research
  • AI Writing & Analysis Tools:

  • ChatGPT/Claude: AI-assisted research, writing, and analysis
  • Scite: Smart citation analysis and paper validation
  • Scholarcy: Automated research paper summaries and key insights
  • SciSpace: AI-powered paper reading and comprehension assistance
  • PaperPal: Academic writing enhancement and grammar checking
  • Grammarly: Advanced writing assistance and style improvement
  • Research Management & Organization:

  • Zotero with AI plugins: Reference management with smart organization
  • Notion AI: Research note-taking and project management
  • Obsidian: Knowledge management with AI-powered connections
  • Statistical Software:

  • STATA, SPSS, R, Python, or similar platforms
  • What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly compensation
  • Hands-on experience in educational research
  • Professional development in emerging AI research methodologies
  • Mentorship from experienced academic professionals
  • Opportunity to contribute to published research
  • Flexible scheduling to accommodate academic commitments
  • Other Requirements for the Position Required Qualifications

  • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Organization: Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail
  • Writing Proficiency: Demonstrated academic writing capabilities
  • Research Skills: Ability to conduct systematic literature reviews
  • Data Analysis: Competency in understanding and comparing statistics and datasets
  • Citation Standards: Knowledge of APA citation style
  • Campus Engagement: Active involvement in community and/or campus activities
  • Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of or willingness to learn AI research platforms and statistical software, including: Open Date 09/11/2025 Position Number

    Contact Information

    Contact Name & Title Dr. Christine Cardinal

    Contact Phone 936-294-1134 Contact Email [email protected] Contact Building & Room # ADM 202 Contact Fax Contact Instructions Summary Email

    EEO Statement

    EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.

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    Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Reference Contact Information
  • Writing Sample
  • Optional Documents

    Supplemental Questions

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  • Are you currently enrolled as a student at Sam Houston State University?
  • Yes
  • No
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