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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for environmental science grad in the United States is $84,123.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,000.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Environmental Science Grad vs Environmental Technician?

AspectEnvironmental Science GradEnvironmental Technician
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in environmental science or related fieldAssociate's degree or relevant certification, sometimes a bachelor's
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, offices, fieldworkField sites, laboratories, environmental monitoring
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, government agencies, consulting firmsEnvironmental consulting, government agencies, industrial sites

Environmental Science Graduates typically hold a bachelor's degree and focus on research, analysis, and planning in environmental projects. Environmental Technicians often have an associate's degree or certification, performing field sampling and data collection. Both roles are essential in environmental work, but they differ in education level, job responsibilities, and work settings.

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Research Assistant (Dr. Tanner) (SEACR Lab)

Orange, CA • On-site

Chapman University
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 1 - 5K employees

$16.90/hr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago


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7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

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Job description

Posting Details
Student Title Classification Information
Quick Link
https://chapman.peopleadmin.com/postings/40677
Job Number
SE225724
Position Information
Department or Unit Name
Environmental Science & Policy
Position Headcount
1
Position Title
Research Assistant (Dr. Tanner) (SEACR Lab)
Academic Year
Academic Year 2026-2027
Term or Semester
All Academic Year
Is this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student?
Undergrad
Anticipated Pay Range
$16.90 - $16.90
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
Richelle Tanner
Supervisor Email
rtanner@chapman.edu
Scheduling
Please use dates within Chapman Academic Calendar
(https://www.chapman.edu/academics/academic-calendar.aspx)
Desired Start Date
09/21/2026
Projected End Date
05/23/2027
Average number of hours per week
Up to 19 Hrs
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
The Student Research Assistant will coordinate public engagement efforts in the Socio-Ecological and Climate Resilience Lab (SEACR Lab) at Chapman University through in-person and online efforts, including on our website and social media accounts. As a research group founded on the principles of community-engaged science, our public engagement includes 1) the responsible coordination of various research advisory groups comprised of community members, 2) public outreach events to serve our local community, and 3) regular updates to our website and social media accounts. Our social media accounts have an established reputation for their diary-style documentation of researcher life in the environmental sciences, with a focus on sea slugs. Our long-standing relationships with community groups include Orange residents, local natural resource agencies, and community-based organizations working with multilingual constituents. A successful candidate will have a background in strategic communications, journalism, community organizing, and/or environmental education.
Responsibilities
- Deliver quarterly newsletters to research advisory groups with content derived from researcher notes.
• Assist in the coordination of quarterly outreach events in collaboration with research advisory groups or local community-based organizations.
• Coordinate regular (2-3x/yr) meetings among relevant research partners and the SEACR Lab researchers.
• Assist in the production of regular updates and blogs for the SEACR Lab website.
- Coordinate and/or post to social media accounts (TikTok & Instagram) 3-4 times per month.
• Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
This candidate must be engaged with Schmid College, Wilkinson Interdisciplinary Minors, or the Environmental Science & Policy Program already in some capacity or have a STEM connection. This position is estimated at a minimum of 5 hours/week up to 19 hours/week depending on needed tasks and funding availability.
Desired Qualifications
Training provided.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Budget Information
Is Federal work-study required?
With or Without FWS

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