Undergraduate Student Research Assistant

University of Kansas•Lawrence, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Undergraduate Student Research Assistant analyzes data generated from wind tunnel experiments, meets with the project team, and reports on research findings and progress. The role is intended for a student enrolled in the School of Engineering with an interest in disaster-resilient, affordable housing. Work schedules vary from 5 to 20 hours weekly and may not exceed 20 hours per week. Student employees are not eligible for remote work unless an exception is approved by unit leadership and HR. This is an hourly, non-exempt position. A student may not concurrently hold this position and a salaried, exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA).

Requirements

Be enrolled in the School of Engineering.
Demonstrate an interest in disaster-resilient, affordable housing in application materials.
Have proficiency in programming, Excel, and/or data analysis.
During the semester term of the appointment, be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours.
For summer appointments, meet at least one of the stated enrollment conditions: have been enrolled in at least 6 credit hours in the previous spring semester; be pre-enrolled in at least 6 credit hours for the upcoming fall semester; be enrolled in a summer session; or be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester.
Submit a resume and cover letter addressing how the required and preferred qualifications are met.