On-Campus Research Assistant: Lab & IT Support

Mercer University; Illinois; On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercer University is seeking a Research Assistant (OLD) to support information technology and laboratory tasks in the School of Engineering. The role requires maintaining equipment, keeping detailed records and demonstrating proactive problem solving, good communication, and reliability.

This student position offers 20 scheduled hours per week with a start date of 08/19/2025 and an end date of 05/15/2026. A background in relevant technology and lab practices is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Background in relevant technology and laboratory practices used in research.
• Excellent communication skills and proactive problem solving attitude.
• Willingness to tackle unstructured projects and maintain detailed records.

Responsibilities

• Assist with information technology tasks and laboratory duties as required for research.
• Maintain and operate laboratory equipment as needed for experiments.
• Keep detailed records of procedures, results and observations.

Skills

IT skills

Laboratory tasks

Communication skills

Problem solving

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Mercer University is seeking a Research Assistant (OLD) to support information technology and laboratory tasks in the School of Engineering. The role requires maintaining equipment, keeping detailed records and demonstrating proactive problem solving, good communication, and reliability.

This student position offers 20 scheduled hours per week with a start date of 08/19/2025 and an end date of 05/15/2026. A background in relevant technology and lab practices is essential for success in this role.