Graduate Research Assistant

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The School of Engineering and Engineering Technology at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking individuals to serve as a Research Assistant. The Research Assistant (RA) will serve in a research support capacity under the direct supervision of a faculty advisor. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher education OR regular admission into a UA Little Rock early entry program
• Regular admission to a graduate degree program or good standing with the Graduate School for continuing graduate students
• Ability to work the required hours (FT-50% - 20 hours per week/PT-25% - 10 hours per week) with regular attendance

Nice To Haves

• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities
• Skill in planning, organization, coordination of activities
• Skill in establishing and maintain effective working relationships
• Skills in both verbal and written communication
• Skill in the use of personal computer and related software applications

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks and assist faculty members in research activities for a designated project
• Assist in the collection of data and/or conduct independent research specific to the research project
• Perform development work for the project. Depending on the needs of the project, development work could include training, statistical analysis, data mining, machine learning, programming, database, web design and development, system analysis, or network administration
• Conduct testing, implementation, and evaluation of project deliverables
• Coordinate project meetings and lead project discussions
• Prepares reports and publications as needed
• Assist in other specialized administrative, technical, or editorial duties connect to the research project

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level