Research Assistant - School of Engineering

Liberty University, Inc.; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Liberty University, Inc. in Lynchburg, VA is seeking a part-time Research Assistant to support engineering department projects under a faculty supervisor. You will assist with literature reviews, data collection, and reporting, following lab protocols.

The role emphasizes safe lab operation, proper use of computing facilities, and developing lab terminology skills. It may require off-hours with faculty approval and weekend work as needed.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in the undergraduate degree program.
• Satisfactory academic progress (3.0 or higher GPA).
• Prior focus on science and math curriculum in high school.

Responsibilities

• Work effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering Liberty University’s mission.
• Maintain safe work environment.
• Learn and follow lab procedures to schedule, organize, and report on research status.
• Maintain accurate records of conducted research using adopted tools and techniques.
• Become proficient in performing routine tasks assigned by the Faculty member.
• Conduct literature reviews.
• Assist faculty in preparing materials for publications and presentations.
• Write progress reports.
• Meet with faculty supervisor for ongoing performance assessment.

Skills

Teamwork

Education

Undergraduate enrollment in degree program

GPA 3.0 or higher

Science and math background in high school

Job description

The Research Assistant will assist with department research projects. The Research Assistant works under direct supervision of a School of Engineering faculty member. The Research Assistant is assigned duties and carries out research objectives and tasks as outlined by the faculty member based on the research. While supervised, the Research Assistant will be expected to follow guidelines and protocols for safe lab operation as well as to continue developing a good understanding of lab manuals and laboratory terminology. If using simulation codes, the Research Assistant will assume responsibility for proper operations of the computing facility. Off hours and weekend work may be required but must have authorization from the faculty advisor.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Work effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering Liberty University’s mission.
• Maintain safe work environment.
• Learn and follow lab procedures to be able effectively schedule, organize, and report on the status of conducted research.
• Maintain accurate records of conducted research based on the adopted tools and techniques.
• Become proficient in performing routine tasks assigned by the Faculty member.
• Conduct literature reviews.
• Assist faculty in preparing materials for publications and presentations.
• Write progress reports.
• Meet with faculty supervisor to maintain an ongoing assessment of the performance.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications, Credentials, and Competencies

• Current enrollment in the undergraduate degree program.
• Satisfactory academic progress (3.0 or higher GPA).
• Prior focus on science and math curriculum in high school.

Time Type Part time

Location Onsite

Pay Rate Starting at $12.77

Student employees are paid at least the current Virginia minimum wage per hour. Pay may vary by position and department based on job responsibilities, required skills, available funding, and market conditions.

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University’s hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the “religion” component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.

Come develop and improve valuable skills to use throughout your career by working at LU! We have many positions open that provide opportunities for students to serve the local Lynchburg community. Many offer flexible schedules to allow students to attend classes and complete their coursework. Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Lynchburg, Va., Liberty University has been Training Champions for Christ since 1971.

As one of the nation’s largest Christian universities, Liberty employs a diverse community of faculty, staff, and student professionals who are united by a shared mission and commitment to excellence. Through their dedication and service, Liberty employees help create a collaborative, faith-driven environment that supports meaningful work and lasting impact.