Student Research Assistant

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

The Mechanical and Material Engineering Department is currently seeking Student Research Assistant to join their team of professionals. Duties to include:

• Conducts research on assigned project
• Provides technical input in areas of expertise
• Performs data collection, data processing, report writing and gives presentations
• Assists Principle Investigator with their research as required by funded grant to fulfill the award scope.
• Performs a variety of routine and complex clerical, research, and data processing duties to assist investigators in gathering and compiling research data
• Assists in the compilation and distribution of reports related to research findings
• Works on literature and other project tasks for research project
• Works on collection of data and analyzes research results
• Contributes to the development of research projects in area of expertise
• Interacts and collaborates with staff working on projects in team environment

At least 3 semesters of FIU work experience or related experience outside the University with satisfactory or higher from prior student appointment.
Requires a letter of recommendation from one prior supervisor.
Requires prior completion of FIU Service Excellence training or completion within first 30 days.
Ability to work in a team setting.
Advanced proficiency of Microsoft Office Suites.
Ability to take direction and work independently as needed.
Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with highly sensitive information.
Knowledge of PC operations and specialized software programs, such as PantherSoft and Salesforce.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally, and in writing.
Possess a high sense of responsibility and customer service skills.
Ability to solve problems independently.
Organizational and time-management skills.

Student Assistant

• Applicants must be currently enrolled as a student at FIU with a minimum of six (6) credits as an Undergraduate student or three (3) credits as a Graduate student during the Fall and Spring semesters.
• During the Summer semesters, Students need only remain enrolled and are not required to take credit hours, but cannot have graduated.
• Upon decreasing credit hours or graduating, student employment must end.

Up to 20 hours per week

$15.00/hour to $20.00/hour

Criminal Background Check
This student appointment may be subjected to a pre-employment background check.

Prospective Employee

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

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