Forensic Science Undergraduate Research Assistant

University of North Dakota; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Dakota in Grand Forks is seeking a part-time Forensic Science Undergraduate Research Assistant to support literature review, sample preparation, and data analysis.

This on-site, non-benefited student position pays $17.00 per hour for 10 hours weekly. Applicants must be UND undergraduates majoring in Forensic Science and able to pass a criminal history background check.

Qualifications

• Must be a Forensic Science major in good standing at the University of North Dakota.
• Undergraduate student.
• Basic laboratory skills in chemistry and forensic science.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

Responsibilities

• Literature review
• Sample preparation
• Data analysis

Skills

Collaboration & teamwork

Professionalism

Leadership

Critical thinking & problem solving

Communication

Intercultural perspectives

Learning & application

Technology

Education

Forensic Science major

Job description

Forensic Science Undergraduate Research Assistant

• 498755

• Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States

• Institutional Student

• Closing on: Sep 8 2026

Salary/Position Classification

• $17.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 10 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.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Literature review
• Sample preparation
• Data analysis

Required Competencies

• Collaboration & teamwork
• Professionalism
• Leadership
• Critical thinking & problem solving
• Communication
• Intercultural perspectives
• Learning & application
• Technology

Minimum Requirements

• Must be a Forensic Science major in good standing at the University of North Dakota.
• Must be an Undergraduate student.
• Must have basic laboratory skills in chemistry and forensic science.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and 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

• Previous laboratory experience in forensic science and chemistry.
• Completion of FS 351: Trace Evidence Analysis.