Job Description
Full job description
CATEGORIES: Student Fall Term
DEPARTMENT: CEM Research Institute
STEM Research Assistant (CEMRI)
495248
Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
Institutional Student
Closing on: Oct 17 2024
Salary/Position Classification
$15.00/hr - $20.00/hr depending on qualifications and performance. Hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
10-20 hours per week hours per week
100% Remote Work Availability: No
Hybrid Work Availability: No
Purpose of Position
This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position.
Assist University of North Dakota researchers in developing methods to utilize industrial residues for carbon dioxide (CO2) capture.
Duties & Responsibilities
Conduct laboratory tests to assess the CO2 capture efficacy of industrial residues
Perform experimental analyses on materials using advanced material characterization tools before/after processing to identify physical and chemical changes
Assist in outreach activities to promote Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
Required Competencies
Educational Background: Currently enrolled as a student pursuing a degree in either Chemistry, Engineering, Geography, or related STEM disciplines
Interdisciplinary Understanding: Appreciation for interdisciplinary approaches, with the ability to connect scientific concepts with social and economic implications of using industrial wastes to capture CO2
Communication Skills: Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, for collaboration with team members and potential outreach activities
Minimum Requirements
Academic Standing: Must be in good academic standing
Enrollment Status: Currently enrolled as a student at the University of North Dakota during the term of employment
Availability: Ability to commit 10-20 hours per week on tasks
Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team of researchers and professionals.
Initiative: Initiative and eagerness to learn in a research setting
Ethical Considerations: Awareness of ethical considerations in scientific research, including safety protocols and responsible conduct
Interest in Outreach: For positions involving outreach, a demonstrated interest in engaging with disadvantaged or minority communities and an understanding of social science concepts as they pertain to furthering equity and inclusion for all
Technical Proficiency: Basic familiarity with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn new software programs
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 and include the following materials:
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.
For full consideration, all application materials must be fully submitted by 11:55PM CST on the closing date. Student job openings are posted for a minimum of 3 business days.
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Need help?
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Veteran’s Preference
Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability.
Confidentiality of Application Materials
Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.
EEO Statement
The University of North Dakota is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other protected characteristic. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants are invited to provide information regarding their gender, race and/or ethnicity, veteran’s status and disability status as part of the application process. This information will remain confidential and separate from your application.
Clery Statement
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