CARD Student Assistant

Florida Atlantic University; Town of Florida (NY); Hybrid; USD 9,900 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Florida Atlantic University’s Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) in Jupiter, FL is seeking a Student Assistant to support the Autism Program Executive Director with research initiatives and material development. This undergraduate position blends in-person work at the FAU Jupiter campus with remote tasks, offering exposure to autism research and content creation.

The role involves literature reviews, preparation of research materials, data collection and analysis, and the use of

Qualifications

• FAU degree-seeking undergraduate student with a minimum of six credit hours (or twelve if international) and a 3.0 GPA required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Autism Program Executive Director with autism-related research projects.
• Conduct literature reviews and university library research to support program initiatives.
• Assist with the development, organization, and preparation of research and educational materials.
• Create and edit documents, presentations, spreadsheets, and reports.
• Support data collection, analysis, and survey-related activities.
• Utilize AI tools and technology to support research and content development.
• Perform other job-related and administrative duties as assigned.

Education

Undergraduate student (FAU)

Job description

Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking Student Assistant for the Center for Autism & Related Disabilities in Jupiter, FL.

Florida Atlantic University's Center for Autism & Related Disabilities (CARD) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Student Assistant (Undergraduate Research Assistant) to support the Autism Program Executive Director with research initiatives and material development. This position offers an opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in autism research while contributing to projects that support individuals with autism and related disabilities. The role combines in-person work at the FAU Jupiter College of Education Building with remote work.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Assist the Autism Program Executive Director with autism-related research projects.
• Conduct literature reviews and university library research to support program initiatives.
• Assist with the development, organization, and preparation of research and educational materials.
• Create and edit documents, presentations, spreadsheets, and reports.
• Support data collection, analysis, and survey-related activities.
• Utilize AI tools and technology to support research and content development.
• Perform other job-related and administrative duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• FAU degree-seeking undergraduate student with a minimum of six credit hours (or twelve if international) and a 3.0 GPA required.

Salary:

$18.25 per hour.

College or Department:

College of Education: Center for Autism and Related Disabilities Staff

Location:

John D. MacArthur Campus - Jupiter

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, part time between the hours of 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., up to 12 hours per week.

Work schedule is flexible and will be arranged around the student's class schedule.

Temporary Student

Temporary Student

Application Deadline:

2026-08-13

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at [e-mail]. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.

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As South Florida's Hometown University, Florida Atlantic serves as a destination for learning, culture, athletics, and community engagement. Through NCAA Division I athletics, world-class performing arts and cultural events, public lectures, gallery exhibitions, environmental education programs, and one of the nation's largest Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes, Florida Atlantic welcomes thousands of residents, visitors, and learners to its campuses each year.

From inspiring environmental education programs to providing enriching experiences for retirees, professionals, families, and sports fans, Florida Atlantic is deeply connected to the communities it serves. Through these experiences and partnerships, the university helps strengthen the region's cultural vitality, workforce, economy and quality of life.

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