NIAR Composites Scheduling Student Assistant

WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY; Wichita, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Wichita State University’s NIAR Composites & Structures Lab is seeking a student assistant to support tracking sheets, processes, and organization on a part-time basis. You will assist staff, send checklists, and deliver specimens while learning ASTM-related procedures.

This on-site role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work at least 20 hours weekly alongside class schedules. The position emphasizes teamwork and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel helpful.

Responsibilities

• Communication and cooperation with coworkers.
• Reading and understanding Tracking Sheets and processes.
• Familiarization with ASTM Standards.
• Creating Excel spreadsheets to organize and track dates and processes.
• Assist staff with assigned responsibilities.
• Sending checklists to internal groups detailing tasks.
• Delivering extracted specimen to internal groups.
• Handling and managing extracted specimen and related information.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Organization

Reading sheets

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Department

NIAR Composites & Structures Lab

Campus Location

Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type

Part Time

Pay

$15 per hour

Work Schedule

work is performed on-site and in person.
Based on class schedule

Export Compliance Requirement

This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a “U.S. Citizen”.

Job Story

The NIAR Composites & Structures Lab is looking for hard working student to help with tracking sheets, processes, organization, sending checklists, and so much more.

Job Summary

A student assistant will carry out administrative and technical tasks requested by a supervisor. Depending on the area the student assistant is employed in, they may assist and mentor other students or provide support throughout the campus in various forms.

Job Duties

• Communication and cooperation with coworkers
• Reading and understanding of Tracking Sheets and processes
• Familiarization with ASTM Standards
• Creating Excel spreadsheets to organize and keep track of dates and processes
• Assist staff with certain responsibilities that are required
• Sending checklists to other internal groups dictating what needs to be done
• Delivering extracted specimen to other internal groups
• Handling/managing extracted specimen and various information

Required Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• GPA: 2.75+
• Year: Freshman/Sophomore
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage workflow based on expectations
• Ability to work independently and along with other colleagues
• Critical thinking skills
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel
• Must be available to work a minimum of 20 hours per week
• Ability to work long hours and weekends, if necessary

Physical Requirements

Ability to remain in a stationary position.
Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators.
Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.