POOL: Student Research Assistant - I2S

33131BRPOOL: Student Research Assistant - I2SInstitute Information Sciences The mission of I2S is to sustain and grow national leadership in the creation, dissemination, and commercialization of new technologies in computer systems, communication systems, and radar systems.40% - Research Support

• Assist faculty with research activities such as data collection, data analysis, literature reviews, and organization of research materials.

25% - Writing & Editing

• Contribute to the drafting, editing, and formatting of research manuscripts for submission to academic journals and conferences.

15% - Project Meetings

• Participate in regular project meetings with faculty and research teams to discuss progress, brainstorm ideas, and receive feedback.

10% - Conference Preparation & Participation

• Assist in the preparation of presentations, posters, or other materials for academic conferences; may include travel and presentation responsibilities if applicable.

10% - Administrative & Logistical Support

• Manage research-related documentation, maintain project timelines, and assist with administrative tasks related to grant management, protocols, or submission logistics.
• Undergraduate student in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science.
• Programming experience in C++ / Java, as evidenced by application materials.
• Pursuing a degree in Computer Science or Engineering or closely related field.
• Engineering GPA > 3.5.

During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).

(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.

(2) This is an hourly position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly position and a salaried graduate position (GRA/GTA/GA) concurrently.

In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:

• Resume
• Cover letter outlining how qualifications are met

This is a POOL position to hire multiple Student Research Assistants. Applications are accepted and reviewed on an ongoing basis throughout the end of the Fall 2026 semester, and positions are filled as needed.

To ensure consideration, apply before the application review starts on Monday, 6/29/2026.

Pam Farr

pfarr@ku.edu

785-864-7354

29-Jun-202601-Jul-2026$10.25 - $20.00 per hour depending on qualifications and experienceUniversity of Kansas Lawrence Campus Temporary10-20 hours per week, schedule to be determinedThe University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information and retaliation in the University''s programs and activities. Access to information regarding equal opportunity and diversity worksite posters is available at http://www.humanresources.ku.edu/policies_procedures/category_details/index.aspx?category=8 or you may contact 785-864-4946 or employ@ku.edu for alternate access options. Any inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies should be directed to: Executive Director of the Office of Institutional Opportunity and Access, IOA@ku.edu, 1246 W. Campus Road, Room 153A, Lawrence, KS, 66045, (785)864-6414, 711 TTY5227675No5542300110.00.026-Jun-2026