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Categories: Student Spring Term

Department: AVP Student Success

Undergraduate Research/Creative Activity Student Assistant

  • 495812
  • Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
  • Federal Work Study Student
  • Institutional Student
  • Closing on: Jan 24 2025

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.

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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All information listed in this position announcement will be used by Human Resources, the Hiring Department, and EO/Title IX for screening, interviewing and selection purposes.

Need help?

Please email the Human Resources Department at UND.humanresources@UND.edu or contact us by phone at 701-777-4226. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation to participate in any portion of the University's employment process, including completion of the online application process, please contact our office in advance of your participation or visit. 

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

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at UND.edu. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND, 58202.