Engineering Research Assistant: Lab & Publications

Liberty University, Inc.; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Liberty University, Inc. in Lynchburg, VA is seeking a part-time Research Assistant to support engineering department projects under a faculty supervisor. You will assist with literature reviews, data collection, and reporting, following lab protocols.

The role emphasizes safe lab operation, proper use of computing facilities, and developing lab terminology skills. It may require off-hours with faculty approval and weekend work as needed.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in the undergraduate degree program.
• Satisfactory academic progress (3.0 or higher GPA).
• Prior focus on science and math curriculum in high school.

Responsibilities

• Work effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering Liberty University’s mission.
• Maintain safe work environment.
• Learn and follow lab procedures to schedule, organize, and report on research status.
• Maintain accurate records of conducted research using adopted tools and techniques.
• Become proficient in performing routine tasks assigned by the Faculty member.
• Conduct literature reviews.
• Assist faculty in preparing materials for publications and presentations.
• Write progress reports.
• Meet with faculty supervisor for ongoing performance assessment.

Skills

Teamwork

Education

Undergraduate enrollment in degree program

GPA 3.0 or higher

Science and math background in high school

Job description

Liberty University, Inc. in Lynchburg, VA is seeking a part-time Research Assistant to support engineering department projects under a faculty supervisor. You will assist with literature reviews, data collection, and reporting, following lab protocols.

The role emphasizes safe lab operation, proper use of computing facilities, and developing lab terminology skills. It may require off-hours with faculty approval and weekend work as needed.