Student Research Assistant
Requisition ID: 2025-9380
# of Openings: 1
Location: US-UT-Vernal
Category: Research (non-Faculty)
Position Type: Non-benefited (hourly) Full-Time
Job Classification: Non-Benefited
College: Statewide Campuses-Non Residential
Department: SW Campuses NR-Bingham Research Ctr
Advertised Salary: $15.00 Per Hour
Overview
We seek students to work with our environmental-research team; we strive to understand the chemical and physical properties of the natural world, and how our human activity might impact that world. Our main focus is understanding the unique interaction between air quality and winter weather patterns of the Uinta Basin. Duties for this position will depend on the applicant's interests and the team's needs. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities, and levels of experience with scientific research.
We are looking for students with interest in areas that include (but are not limited to):
* Statistical and manual analysis of weather patterns
* Data visualization design
* Computer programming and modeling; website design
* Creative scientific writing and public communication
* Chemical measurements in the field and laboratory
* Instrument design, construction, and testing
Flexible hours and time off. Based at the Vernal USU Uintah Basin Campus.
Responsibilities
* Assist with research projects and other work as described in the overview.
Qualifications
* Experience in scientific research or related areas (not required but beneficial)
* Open mind and positive attitude
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Proven record of taking initiative on assignments
* Ability to produce careful, thoughtful, and consistent work
* Coursework in science, mathematics, computing, and/or statistics
Required Documents
Along with the online application, please attach:
1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"
2. Contact Information for Professional Refrences
Document size may not exceed 10 MB.
Advertised Salary
$15.00 Per Hour
ADA
Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
University Highlights
Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.
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USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university's academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. USU is an
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