Undergrad Researcher: Floodplain Field & Lab Studies

Villanova University; Lower Merion Township (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Villanova University is seeking an Undergraduate Research Position in the Center for Resilient Water Systems. The intern will assist with floodplain investigations, perform field surveys and lab tests to support experiments conducted by Dr. Smith’s group.

This on-campus role is ideal for science or engineering majors with attention to detail and basic computational experience. Up to 20 hours per week, work-study preferred but open to all students.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and ability to follow directions.
• Science or engineering major preferred.
• Previous computational experience is a plus.
• Must have a computer and be willing to complete repetitive tasks in lab/field.

Responsibilities

• Assist with floodplain investigation.
• Perform field surveys and lab tests to support experiments.
• Contribute to Dr. Smith’s research group activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow directions

Critical thinking

Computational experience

Education

Science or engineering major preferred

Tools

Computer

Job description

Villanova University is seeking an Undergraduate Research Position in the Center for Resilient Water Systems. The intern will assist with floodplain investigations, perform field surveys and lab tests to support experiments conducted by Dr. Smith’s group.

This on-campus role is ideal for science or engineering majors with attention to detail and basic computational experience. Up to 20 hours per week, work-study preferred but open to all students.