Undergraduate Research/Creative Activity Student Assistant

Salary/Position Classification

• $14.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 3-6 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position.

To offer undergraduate research/creative scholarly opportunities in STEM research, Social Science research, Health Care research, and Creative Scholarly Activity. Student will be matched with a faculty mentor based on a student's qualifications and faculty mentor's needs as part of an initial screening by the Experiential Learning Center.

Duration for this position from semester to semester depends on available funding.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Organize notes and files
• Collect and/or analyze samples or data
• Complete clerical tasks (ex. Data entry, filing reports)
• Create or contribute to scholarly papers
• Prepare for and/or conduct interviews
• Conduct research and literature reviews
• Create and maintain online resources
• Attend project meetings, seminars, and related events
• Summarize project results
• Prepare progress reports, articles, and presentations
• Work in a research lab
• Conduct original research through the creation of artworks, performances, or other creative projects
• Explore innovative concepts, materials, and techniques within the chosen artistic discipline 

Required Competencies

• Organizational skills
• Teamwork
• Attention to detail
• Strong oral and written communication skills
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Must be an undergraduate student
• Must be enrolled full-time
• Registration in a minimum of 1 hour of research/creative activity credit each semester
• Completion of all annual training required by Human Resources
• Completion of required meetings with Experiential Learning Coordinator in the Experiential Learning Center
• Completion of other tasks assigned as part of the Experiential Learning Center program (discussed at initial meeting)
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

To Apply

For full consideration, applications must be received by the closing date.

Please include in the application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with the University of North Dakota, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as how many hours you work a week.

Career Services is here to help students looking for student employment positions at UND by offering individual sessions that include: resume, cover letter reviews, and interview preparation. Please schedule an appointment through Starfish or email us at und.careerservices@und.edu.