Technical Aide

Michigan State University College of Engineering; East Lansing (MI); Remote; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university seeks a temporary or on-call position providing technical support, including data analysis and project management. The role involves assisting with research tasks and requires strong writing and communication skills. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies and proficiency in relevant data analysis tools.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in analyzing qualitative and/or quantitative data.
• Experience drafting academic manuscripts and reports.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with survey and interview data collection and analysis.
• Support project planning and task tracking.
• Facilitate meetings and document outcomes.

Skills

Data Analysis

Communication

Time Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies

Tools

R

SPSS

NVivo

Excel

Job description

Position Summary (Basic Job Function):
This is a temporary or on-call position providing technical support. Responsibilities may include computer programming or operations, research support, medical patient care, technical equipment maintenance, repair, fabrication or operation, or other technical support functions.

Unit Position Summary:
The individual in this position will assist with survey and interview data collection, data analysis, manuscript planning and drafting, as well as project management duties such as meeting facilitation and communications.

Data Analysis Skills: Proficiency in analyzing qualitative and/or quantitative data using tools such as R, SPSS, NVivo, or Excel.

Strong Writing Skills: Experience drafting or contributing to academic manuscripts, reports, or policy briefs; strong attention to clarity, structure, and citation practices.

Project Coordination Abilities: Experience supporting project planning and tracking tasks, including scheduling, meeting facilitation, and documenting outcomes.

Desired Qualifications:

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies or a related field.
• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including academic collaborators, community members, and policymakers. Spanish language fluency is strongly desired.
• Time Management: Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize deadlines, and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Team Collaboration: Demonstrated experience working collaboratively in research teams, showing initiative and flexibility.
• Ethical Research Practice: Understanding of research ethics, especially related to human subjects and informed consent procedures.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials:
Cover Letter

Work Hours:
Standard 8-5

Remote Work Statement:
MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment, and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.