Aviation Undergraduate Research Assistant

University of North Dakota; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

University of North Dakota seeks a part-time, non-benefited research assistance to support the Aviation Department in the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences.

The role focuses on data collection and analysis, requiring attendance on campus for essential tasks while coordinating with researchers and students. The position emphasizes attention to detail, reliable performance, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Background in Aviation and/or Psychology.
• Must be enrolled as a student for Spring 2027.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check.

Responsibilities

• Supporting internal research initiatives
• Quantitative data collection
• Aggregating data for analysis
• Maintaining notes from research meetings and activities - (Essential)

Skills

Attention to details

Good oral and written communication

Reliable

Punctual

Education

Aviation and/or Psychology background

Must be enrolled as student for Spring 2027

Criminal History Background Check completed

Tools

Data analysis tools

Data visualization tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Salary/Position Classification

• $15 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 5 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position.

This position will assist the Aviation Department at the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Supporting internal research initiatives
• Quantitative data collection
• Aggregating data for analysis
• Maintaining notes from research meetings and activities - (Essential)

Required Competencies

• Attention to details
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Reliable
• Punctual

Minimum Requirements

• Background in Aviation and/or Psychology
• Must be enrolled as a student for Spring 2027
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identityand eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• UND Aviation or Physiology student.
• Knowledge of data analysis tools and Data Visualization tools.
• UND undergraduate student in good standing.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Products, including Word and Excel.