About the role#
Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises is looking for a Student Research Assistant to support a project titled The Architecture of Polarization: How Our Buildings and Builders Shape our Politics. This role works directly with faculty researchers to visualize data regarding political contributions from architecture, engineering, and construction firms. This is a paid position for undergraduate or graduate students.
What you'll do#
- Design, build, and launch a research website.
- Produce clear visuals and reports to communicate research findings.
- Coordinate tasks with other student research assistants to meet grant timelines.
- Maintain a regular work schedule, which may include some evenings and weekends.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student in any major.
- Experience designing and building websites that present data in a compelling way.
- Proficiency in the Adobe graphics suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Pomona, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Pay: $21.00 per hour.
- Schedule: 5-10 hours per week.
- Term: Rolling, up to 9 months.
About Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises
Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises is a nonprofit organization established in 1966. It operates in the higher education sector and provides services to Cal Poly Pomona. The organization manages dining, college retail, student housing, hospitality, and real estate. Surplus funds from these operations support the university by providing financial and facility resources for students, faculty, and staff.
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