Research Data Analyst 2 RP

RSCH DATA ANL 2 RP (005273)

UCPath Position ID: 40197710

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

9/22/2026 4:52:22 PM

Date Last Edited:

9/22/2026 4:52:17 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

1300O

Organization:

LETTERS AND SCIENCE                    

Division Code:

1380D

Division:

INSTITUTE OF THE ENVIRONMENT           

Department:

215500 - INST OF ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

40197710

Position Description ID

256261

UC Payroll Title:

RSCH DATA ANL 2 RP (005273)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

RP: Research and Public Service PR

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40197710

Reports to Payroll Title:

Professor

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40050139

Department Head Payroll Title:

Director

SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent performs a variety of routine duties within established policies and procedures or by referral to the supervisor’s guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Faculty Director and senior research staff, the Research Assistant will engage in community-engaged geochemical and environmental justice-related research, education, outreach, and communications. The incumbent will contribute to GIS and STEM data analysis for literature reviews and reports, provide administrative support to related research and program activities, work with community partners, and mentor and train others on entry-level tasks. The incumbent will assist in presenting research and preparing communication materials, and will serve as a research assistant supporting active projects spanning geochemistry, atmospheric chemistry, environmental justice, and community health. There is no clinical work associated with this position.

The Institute of the Environment and Sustainability (IoES) moves science to action on the front lines of environmental progress. Using Los Angeles and California as a testbed, IoES develops solutions for the broader world, and our commitment to effective communication ensures that those ideas are heard. With our research centers and field stations, plus extensive partnerships across UCLA, IoES has local, national, and global reach. We work closely with campus leaders including the Emmett Institute on Climate Change, the Luskin Center for Public Policy, and the Anderson School of Management. These collaborations bring together diverse talent to focus on today's most urgent environmental problems.

Research Support & Data Analysis

 • Under supervision, contributes to geochemical and environmental justice-related research projects, including community-engaged research on community environmental health, oil and gas health protection zones, and climate and community health.

 • Assists with GIS and STEM data analysis for literature reviews, technical reports, and policy briefs.

 • Conducts literature reviews and synthesizes scientific findings to support manuscripts, reports, and communications materials.

 • Supports data collection, entry, cleaning, and organization, including community-engaged data collection and partner-contributed data.

 • Assists with atmospheric chemistry, geochemical, and environmental data analysis under the direction of senior researchers.

 • Maintains accurate records of research activities and data

45%

Education, Outreach & Community Partnerships

 • Supports outreach and education activities relating to geochemistry, environmental justice, climate, and community health, including activities with K–12 students, college students, youth organizers, and community-based partners.

 • Assists in coordinating community-engaged research activities and meetings with community partners, including Esperanza Community Housing, the South Central Youth Leadership Coalition, Gabrielino-Tongva Tribal Council, and other partners.

 • Mentors and trains entry-level student researchers, volunteers, and community researchers on routine tasks and protocols.

 • Represents the research team at community meetings and outreach events under guidance from senior staff.

25%

Research Communications

 • Assists in preparing research communications materials, including fact sheets, infographics, data visualizations, and digital content for community and non-scientific audiences.

 • Presents research at community meetings, conferences, and public events under guidance from senior staff.

 • Contributes to drafting sections of manuscripts, technical reports, and conference presentations as a co-author or contributor.

 • Supports preparation of grant proposal sections, progress reports, and funder communications under direction of the Faculty Director.

20%

Project Support

 • Provides support to research and program activities, including scheduling, logistics, meeting coordination, and partner communications.

 • Supports compliance with required trainings, data management practices, and funder reporting requirements.

 • Tracks research activity records.

 • Performs other duties as assigned in support of the research program.

10%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree

in environmental science, geoscience, environmental policy, education, or related field, and / or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred

Knowledge of environmental science, geoscience, GIS, and/or geochemistry sufficient to support research activities.

Required

Experience with climate justice, environmental justice, and/or youth organizing.

Required

Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in research, education, and outreach.

Required

Experience with atmospheric chemistry concepts and/or data.

Required

Familiarity with GIS tools (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS) and the ability to learn geospatial analysis procedures.

Required

Ability to learn and apply scientific procedures and protocols appropriate to the particular research being conducted.

Required

Strong written communication skills, with the ability to adapt across scientific, community, and non-scientific audiences.

Required

Strong verbal communication skills with persons of various cultural and educational backgrounds.

Required

Working knowledge of MS Office, Google Workspace, and Zoom.

Required

Ability to organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines while working on multiple tasks.

Required

Bilingual English/Spanish.

Preferred

Knowledge of UCLA regulations and research compliance procedures.

Preferred

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

300 La Kretz Hall

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.