Research Assistant

Auburn; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Auburn University in Alabama is offering a part-time research assistant position. The role supports researchers by planning, maintaining, and executing projects aimed at expanding knowledge and techniques in the field.

Responsibilities include developing proposals, conducting experiments, collecting data, and documenting results. Substitutions for experience are allowed with appropriate education, and opportunities for publishing results may arise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a content-specific area of research.
• Job-related licensure may be required for specific positions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development of project proposals, plans and protocols.
• Conduct routine experiments and studies related to programs and projects in pursuit of new knowledge, techniques and concepts.
• Assist with logistical considerations (equipment, materials, and labor).
• Collect data/samples related to others' research.
• Record, process and analyze data/samples.
• Document results in writing and present to others.
• May assist in preparing results for publication or presentation at conferences and assist in literature reviews.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in content specific area of research

Job description

Overview

This is a Part-time position.

Assists researchers in planning, maintaining or completing research programs and/or projects involved in the discovery of new knowledge, techniques, and concepts which require fundamental scientific/research knowledge, skills and abilities following relevant policies, procedures, regulations and laws.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the development of project proposals, plans and protocols.
• Conducts routine or fundamental experiments, investigations and/or studies related to programs and projects in pursuit of new knowledge, techniques and concepts.
• Assists with logistical considerations to include equipment, materials, and labor needs.
• Collects data/samples related to others' research and in routine cases.
• Records, compiles, processes and analyzes data/samples.
• Documents results and observations in writing as well as presenting results to others.
• May assist in the preparation of research results for publication or presentation at conferences to include assisting in literature reviews and assisting in the writing of results and discussions.
• May instruct students and/or supervise others' research in area of expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in content specific area of research
• Job related licensure may be required for specific positions.

SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED FOR EXPERIENCE: Yes, When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

Contract Type

Limited Term

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We're Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
• Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

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Posted Date

8/31/2026