Undergraduate Research Assistant

Company Description The Compton Unified School District (CUSD) is a public school district in the south central region of Los Angeles County, serving nearly 16,000 students across Compton and parts of Carson and Los Angeles. The district operates 36 schools, including elementary, middle, comprehensive high schools, and alternative sites, providing a broad range of educational pathways. CUSD is guided by a mission to empower leaders, support teachers, and enable students to learn in an environment that encourages innovation, accountability, and high achievement for all. The district is committed to safe and healthy schools, equal educational opportunities, access to technology, and closing achievement gaps. CUSD values diversity, strong collaboration, and active partnerships with families and the community while continuously improving facilities and educational resources.

Role Description The Undergraduate Research Assistant is a part-time, remote role supporting research initiatives aligned with the district’s mission and goals. Daily responsibilities include conducting literature reviews, collecting and organizing data, and assisting with data analysis related to educational programs and student outcomes. The role may involve preparing summaries, visualizations, and reports for educators and leadership, as well as contributing to presentations or research briefs. The assistant will collaborate with supervisors and team members through virtual meetings, maintain accurate documentation, and adhere to ethical and confidentiality standards. This position offers hands-on experience in education-focused research and an opportunity to contribute to projects that support student success and organizational improvement.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Research and Analytical Skills to gather information, evaluate findings, and support evidence-based conclusions.
• Candidates should possess effective Communication skills, including clear written and verbal communication for reports, presentations, and team collaboration.
• Candidates should possess Data Analysis skills to work with quantitative or qualitative data, using appropriate tools to identify trends and insights.
• Candidates should possess basic Laboratory Skills or equivalent methodological skills when applicable to educational or social science research settings.
• Additional beneficial qualifications include enrollment in an undergraduate program (e.g., education, psychology, sociology, public policy, or related fields), proficiency with productivity and data tools (such as spreadsheets or statistical software), strong attention to detail, time management in a remote environment, and an interest in K–12 education, equity, and community engagement.