Student Research Assistant

To assist the ORPIE staff by: 

1) organizing and conducting data entry and analysis activities, 

2) producing complex text, tables, graphs, mail-merges, and reports, 

3) obtaining research information from the Web, 

4) using survey software to design surveys, 

5) monitoring office supplies, and 

6) assisting with other related administrative, clerical, and research tasks. 

Please see the full job description on our website. https://www.chabotcollege.edu/ir/

Representative Duties:

• Create Excel spreadsheets, statistical tables, and associated visualizations 

• Perform text and numeric data entry, coding, and analysis tasks and review prepared reports for accuracy 

• Assist in the preparation of written reports and PowerPoint presentations 

• Research or conduct literature reviews on selected topics

 • Organize and maintain computer and paper files 

• Retrieve, download, format, and/or print data and text files off the Web 

• Design and mail merge Word files to produce lists, letters, labels, and other text products 

• Use survey software to design surveys 

• Perform support functions such as preparing mailings, organizing paper files, monitoring supplies, completing business paperwork 

Necessary experience or abilities: 

• Experience in design and use of Excel tables, graphs, and text 

• Experience and knowledge of most Word and MS Office functions 

• Experience in designing and revising PowerPoint presentations 

• High-level English comprehension and communication skills 

• Detail orientation, thoroughness, and follow-through 

• Ability to take on and complete projects independently 

Preferred experience or training: 

• Good organizational skills 

• Design experience and/or artistic ability 

• Enjoys learning new software