Undergraduate Research Coordinator

Job Summary

This undergraduate research coordinator will conduct fieldwork and lab work related to water quality and fish population research. They will also contribute to data entry, management, and analysis as well as the preparation of scientific reports, presentations, and manuscripts.

This position is a part-time, non-exempt, grant-funded research position, scheduled to end in August 2026. The position requires in person duties located at our downtown Honolulu campus sites.

• High school diploma
• 2 months of experience conducting environmental science related research
• At least 2 environmental science lab courses
• At least 1 course on statistics

• Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) Animal Care and Usecertification.
• CITI Working with Fish in Research Settingscertification.
• Experience with water quality monitoring and nutrient analysis.
• Detail-oriented organizational skills and ability to communicate professionally with students, staff, and faculty.
• Outstanding writing skills and experience with the environmental scienceliterature.

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship and relocation allowance is not available for this position.
• Report to work obligations to support the department and may require work during HPU’s winter break, if necessary.
• Must meet training and background check qualifications and comply with the Protection of Minors policy.
• Successful candidate will be able to work in an environment that utilize excellent time and stress management skills.

This description is not designed to list all activities, duties, or responsibilities which may be required for this job. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned at any time.

Hawaii Pacific University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable environment in which faculty and staff can excel irrespective of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, or any other protected class covered by state and federal law. Hawaii Pacific University encourages applications from veterans and individuals with disabilities.

A pre-employment background investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.