Research Assistant I — Lab Data & Proposals

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University is seeking a TES Research Assistant to support researchers in planning, carrying out and documenting experiments within approved programs.

The role includes data collection, data analysis, literature reviews, preparing proposals, coordinating equipment, and assisting supervision of student projects in a university research setting.

This temporary position provides hands-on experience in higher education and requires adherence to institutional policies and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in content specific area of research.
• General knowledge in the field of research and working knowledge of lab equipment and procedures for observation, documentation and data collection.

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.

Education

Bachelor's degree in content specific area of research

Job description

Auburn University is seeking a TES Research Assistant to support researchers in planning, carrying out and documenting experiments within approved programs.

The role includes data collection, data analysis, literature reviews, preparing proposals, coordinating equipment, and assisting supervision of student projects in a university research setting.

This temporary position provides hands-on experience in higher education and requires adherence to institutional policies and safety procedures.