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Categories: Research

Department: Space Studies

PT/Temp Research Assistant

  • 496551
  • Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
  • Part-time Staff
  • Closing on: May 28 2025
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Salary/Position Classification

  • $20+ Hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
  • 20 hours per week
  • 100% Remote Work Availability: No
  • Hybrid Work Availability: No

Purpose of Position

We are seeking part-time employees to fill the role of Research Assistant in the Space Studies department at the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Science

Duties & Responsibilities

  • The Research Assistant will support our satellite system, satellite ground station, and high-altitude ballooning projects by engaging in associated engineering design, development, testing, and operations activities. Under the supervision of a faculty member conducting the research project, the position is responsible for assisting in a variety of administrative and non-administrative tasks which may include:
    • Managing research efforts
    • Preparing resources and materials for engineering design, development, testing, and operations
    • Conducting hardware and software tests,
    • Conducting spacecraft and high-altitude balloon operational activities
    • Documenting results
    • And other tasks in support of satellite system, satellite ground station, and high-altitude ballooning project activities.

Required Competencies

  • Good written and oral communication skills.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to work in a team setting and independently.

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or similar areas of study.
  • Experience with satellite systems, satellite ground stations, and/or high-altitude ballooning, including practical experience working with these systems.
  • 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.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience managing satellite system, satellite ground station, and/or high-altitude ballooning activities.
  • Experience supervising and mentoring undergraduate students in satellite system, satellite ground station and/or high-altitude ballooning activities.

To Apply

PLEASE NOTE:  For a successful screening, be sure to review all of the position minimum requirements above, and outline how you meet those requirements in your application packet.  Additional information may be attached if needed.

 

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