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Student Assistant- Office of the Provost- Student Researcher

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Sam Houston State University
Location
Huntsville, TX
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Institution Type
Four-Year Institution
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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 ResponsibilitiesThe 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 writingCommunity Engagement: Participate in campus observation, collaboration, and outreach activitiesData 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 QualificationsKnowledge of or willingness to learn AI research platforms and statistical software, including:

Open Date:

09/11/2025

Contact Name & Title:

Dr. Christine Cardinal

Contact Phone:

936-294-1134

Contact Email:

cardinal@shsu.edu

Contact Building & Room #:

ADM 202

Contact Instructions Summary:

Email

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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About Sam Houston State University

For more than 140 years, Sam Houston State University has been preparing students for meaningful lives of achievement. Its motto, "The measure of a Life is its Service," resonates among its 21,000 students, eight colleges and well beyond its historical roots through research, creative endeavors, service learning, volunteering and more.

SHSU is an institution whose mission is to provide high quality education, scholarship, and service to students. With over 90 bachelor degrees, 50 master’s, and 11 doctoral programs—including the nation’s first Ph.D. in forensic science, SHSU provides an exceptional college experience for every student: traditional or non-traditional; first generation; international; or online.

Service to self and others is paramount at SHSU and reflected in all university organizations and programs. In fact, the university was named to USA Today’s Top 50 in the U.S. for “commitment to civic engagement and global awareness,” in addition to being classified a "Community Engaged Campus" by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education. This honor, bestowed to only 311 public institutions nationwide, acknowledges the university's significant commitment to service.

Sam Houston State University has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging, although just an hour drive north of Houston. 

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.

Member The Texas State University System  

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Telephone
936-294-1070
Location
1905 University Avenue
 Huntsville
TX
77340
United States
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