Student Research Assistant

Student Research Assistant Chapman University, United States about 12 hours ago

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Chapman, NEBRASKA

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SE179024

Position Information Department or Unit Name Fowler School of Engineering Position Headcount 2 Position Title Student Research Assistant Academic Year Spring 2026 Term or Semester Spring Is this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student? Undergrad Anticipated Pay Range $19.00 - $19.00 Pay Range Information Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate's qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage. On which Campus will this work be done? Orange Approved Supervisor Nooshin Estakhri Supervisor nmestakhrichapman Scheduling Please use dates within Chapman Academic Calendar (chapman/academics/academic-calendar.aspx ) Desired Start Date 03/16/2026 Projected End Date 05/31/2026 Average number of hours per week Up to 19 Hrs Position Summary Information Job Description Summary Our group focuses on multidisciplinary areas of optics and photonics as well as quantum information science and technology and quantum optics. We investigate new phenomena and their physical dynamics in the scattering of classical and quantum fields from disordered and complex media. Student researchers will be involved in different aspects of the projects including numerical and computational level to hands-on experimental work. Responsibilities Writing codes(C++, Python, MATLAB) and running simulations related to modeling complex disordered structures, troubleshooting, and refining codes. Working with the advisor in analyzing and interpreting the results, and actively working on progressing the project. Maintain accurate, organized documentation of the project's methods, data, and findings. Working with other students and researchers in the group. Maintaining weekly meetings with the advisor to discuss progress. Required Qualifications Chapman undergraduate student. Interest in projects at the intersection of physics and engineering. Programming background in one of the following: C++, Python, MATLAB Problem-solving attitude Good writing and presentation skills. Responsible and organized. Desired Qualifications ground in electrical engineering, computer science, physics, and/or computer engineering. Availability to work consistently for 10+ hours per week. Special Instructions to Applicants Student employees in this position are required to complete FERPA training within the first week of their assignment. Budget Information Is Federal work-study required? With or Without FWS