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Stephen F. Austin State University Student Assistant (Research Assistant) in Nacogdoches, Texas
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Job Title Student Assistant (Research Assistant)
General Description
This is a student position responsible for assisting faculty and staff with research activities. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Job Duties
Assists in conducting research related to project hypotheses and objectives in accordance with research protocol.
Assists in collecting, handling, processing, analyzing, and interpreting data.
Assists in the development and completion of surveys, reports, analysis, etc.
Assists with special projects as assigned.
May handle, process, and dispense sensitive information of a confidential/proprietary nature.
May assist with general laboratory maintenance.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, research methodologies, principles, and techniques.
Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.
Ability to understand and follow instructions.
Required Qualifications
The minimum education required for admittance as a student at Stephen F. Austin State University. The recommendation of a faculty member may be required.
No direct experience is required. Training and instruction will be provided.
Preferred Qualifications
Must be a graduate student working with Dr. Zach Fleming. Background in GIS and regional tectonics required.
Physical Demands
Special Conditions for Eligibility
A student must be enrolled in six or more semester hours to be eligible for student employment during the fall or spring semesters. To be eligible for student employment during the summer, a student must be enrolled in three or more semester hours or be registered for courses in the upcoming fall semester.
Student assistants may not hold any other type of position such as a graduate assistantship or temporary casual employment at the same time that they are employed as a student assistant.
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number SA2024-135
Number of Vacancies 1
Posting Open Date 06/21/2024
Review Start Date
Posting Close Date
Work Schedule
Min Pay Rate $15/hr
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
EEO Statement
Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.
Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/11735
Department Information
Department Earth Sciences & Geologic Resources
Contact Name Shana Scott
Contact Phone 936-468-3701
Contact Email earth@sfasu.edu
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Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Are you a current employee of the university?
Yes
No
- Please list GISC courses that you have taken or experience that you have working with GIS.
(Open Ended Question)
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