Undergraduate Research Assistant (Student)

American University; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

American University in Washington, DC is seeking a part-time Research Assistant limited to enrolled students. The role supports laboratory operations, data collection and analysis, and manuscript preparation, with attendance at regular research meetings.

The position is non-exempt, 5 hours per week, $18.40 per hour, and eligible for Federal Work Study where applicable. Applications are coordinated through the American University workline.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as American University student.
• FWS funds may apply; with some exceptions.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance in the laboratory and experiment operations.
• Collect and analyze data.
• Assist in the manuscript preparation.
• Attend research meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory assistance

Data collection

Data analysis

Manuscript preparation

Job description

Work Where You Learn: Build Experience, Grow Skills, and Contribute to Your University Community.

This position is available only to enrolled American University students. Most student positions at American University are eligible to use Federal Work Study (FWS) awards, with a few exceptions. FWS funds cannot be applied to janitorial, construction, partisan or sectarian positions. For information or questions regarding FWS funds, please contact American University's Office of Financial Aid.

Department: College of Arts & Sciences

Time Type: Part time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Description: Summary:

Research assistant will provide assistance in the laboratory and experiment operations, collect and analyze data, assist in the manuscript preparation, and attend research meetings.

Essential Functions:

• Provide assistance in the laboratory and experiment operations.
• Collect and analyze data.
• Assist in the manuscript preparation.
• Attend research meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

Part-time. 5 hours per week.

Salary Range:

$18.40 per hour.

Other Details

This position is available only to enrolled American University students. Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. American University is an E-Verify employer. Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits.

American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively \"Protected Bases\") in its programs and activities.

American University is a student centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world.

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