Graduate Research Support Assistant

Auburn; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Auburn is seeking a Graduate Research Support Assistant in Crop, Soil, and Environmental Sciences. This role supports faculty and graduate researchers by performing essential tasks to keep research projects moving forward. Key responsibilities include maintaining datasets, troubleshooting research tools, and assisting in formatting manuscripts and reports.

The ideal candidate must hold a Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or a related field and be currently enrolled as an Auburn University graduate student. This position is crucial for enhancing research effectiveness through organization and technical support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field is required.
• Candidates must be currently enrolled as an Auburn University graduate student.

Responsibilities

• Clean, organize, and maintain datasets for research projects.
• Assist with software setup and troubleshooting research tools.
• Help in formatting manuscripts, reports, and grant-related materials.
• Provide hands-on assistance in lab and field environments.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field

Currently enrolled as an Auburn University graduate student

Job description

Overview

The Graduate Research Support Assistant in Crop, Soil, and Environmental Sciences supports faculty and graduate researchers by performing essential tasks that keep research projects moving. The assistant does not lead research but strengthens ongoing work through organization, analysis, and technical support.

Responsibilities

• Clean, organize, and maintain datasets; assist with data entry, coding, and documentation following project protocols.
• Help with software setup, troubleshooting research tools, and preparing materials for experiments or analyses.
• Assist with formatting manuscripts, reports, presentations, posters, and grant-related materials.
• Provide hands‑on assistance in lab and field environments as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field.
• Currently enrolled as an Auburn University graduate student.

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