Temporary STEM TI Working Across Boundaries Assistant

Florida International University; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida International University is seeking a student assistant to support the Working Across Boundaries project by analyzing and synthesizing data in coordination with three postdoctoral fellows.

Responsibilities include collecting and analyzing data, creating research posters, contributing to conference papers, and assisting with dissemination to communities of interest, with a pay rate of $20 per hour and a 6-month schedule. This is a temporary, on-site position in Miami.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with three (3) years of experience or two (2) years of post-secondary education with one (1) year of experience; OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

Responsibilities

• Collecting and analyzing data
• Creating research posters
• Contributing to conference papers and manuscripts
• Supporting projects focused on service learning, outreach, and volunteerism
• Examining student learning, professional development, and community outcomes in engineering
• Assisting with dissemination to communities of interest

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of post-secondary education

Job description

About FIU

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Job Summary

Dr. Geoff Potvin is looking to hire an student assistant to support the Working Across Boundaries project by analyzing and synthesizing project data in coordination with the three postdoctoral fellows who work in this project.

• Collecting and analyzing data
• Creating research posters
• Contributing to conference papers and manuscripts
• Supporting projects focused on service learning, outreach, and volunteerism
• Examining student learning, professional development, and community outcomes in engineering
• Assisting with dissemination to communities of interest

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma with three (3) years of experience or two (2) years of post-secondary education with one (1) year of experience; OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

Job Category

Temporary

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday
6 Months

Advertised Salary

$20/ hour

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Criminal Background Check
• Research Expanded Background Check

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