STEM Lab Research Assistant (Aerospace & Data)

University of Kansas; Lawrence (KS); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Kansas Lawrence Campus is seeking an Undergraduate Research Assistant to support STEM research activities. The role involves laboratory tasks such as specimen preparation, cleanup, data processing, and computational simulation across diverse projects, with a focus on aerospace systems.

Candidates must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours in a STEM field and capable of lifting 35-40 pounds. This on-campus, hourly position emphasizes hands-on learning and contributing to real-world

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours in a STEM major (science, technology, engineering, or mathematics).
• Must be able to lift between 35-40 pounds with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tasks in support of STEM research.
• Fabrication, lab specimen preparation and lab cleanup.
• Data processing and archiving.
• Computational simulation and interdisciplinary experiments focused on aerospace systems.

Job description

Undergraduate research assistants (UGRAs) participate in innovative research related to their academic field of study providing an opportunity to expand their skill-set, apply practical knowledge in a research setting and gain skills which will provide a unique experience resulting in a competitive edge in the job market.

Job Description

100% - Undergraduate Research Assistant performs laboratory tasks in support of a wide range of research in fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Tasks may include but are not limited to fabrication:

• lab specimen preparation.
• lab cleanup.
• data processing and archiving.
• computational simulation.
• interdisciplinary experiments, with a focus on aerospace systems.

Required Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours in a STEM major (science, technology, engineering, or mathematics).
• Must be able to lift between 35-40 pounds with or without accommodation.

Position Requirements

During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).

Employment Conditions

(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.

(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.

Additional Candidate Instructions

Complete the online application and include a resume or curriculum vitae, cover letter and three references. Applications will be accepted and reviewed on an ongoing basis throughout the semester.

• Primary Campus: University of Kansas Lawrence Campus