Student Research Assistant

Position Details

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Position Information

Position Title Student Research Assistant Requisition Number H01767P Position Category Hourly/Work Study Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT Hours per week 10-20 Months per year 9 Alternate work schedule

10-20 hours per week,

Pay Grade Salary Hourly Pay Rate $ 15.00 FLSA Job Summary/Basic Function

A student assistant is required for both Fall and Spring semesters to be performed at Noorda EAST building, Ogden Campus. The project's scope entails the micro fabrication in clean room, analyzing the surface morphology using advanced microscopes, modification of surface properties of polymers (PDMS-Polydimethylsiloxane), contact angle measurements in controlled environments etc., Potential candidate will be working closely with the PI and present the research progress in weekly meetings.

Required Qualifications Preferred Qualifications

Qualifies for Work Study.

Background Check? No

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 11/10/2026 Review Date 11/12/2026 Job Close Date 11/17/2026 Open Until Filled Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/23862 Notes to Applicant

To apply, complete the online application.

If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate Payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.

The screening of applicants will begin immediately.

Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six mon

ADA Essential Job Function

ADA Essential Job Function

Physical Activity of this position Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance. Physical Requirements of this position Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading., Required to have close visual acuity to inspect small defects, small parts at distances close to the eye., Required to have visual acuity to perform activities such as: operating machines, (i.e. lathes, drill presses, power saws) where the job is at or within arm's reach; skilled trades tasks of a non-repetitive nature, such as carpenter, plumber, mechanic. , Required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment. , Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services,) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection). The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside. , The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

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