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Texas A&M University · 4 days ago

Undergraduate Research Assistant (MSEIP- Engineering)

Laredo, TX

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad

$12.50/hr - $12.50/hr

Texas A&M International University is seeking an Undergraduate Research Assistant to perform academic research under the direction of a faculty member related to the STEM field. The role involves data collection, management, and assisting with statistical analyses, while also presenting findings at professional conferences.

Higher Education

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Research and collect data through complex techniques and procedures

Assist with data management and perform basic statistical analyses

Develop assessment and evaluation tools

Other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Data managementStatistical analysisSoftware proficiencyBilingual in EnglishSpanishEffective communicationInterpersonal skillsProblem-solvingOrganizational skills

Required

Current Texas A&M International University Student in STEM-related discipline

The student must be a Junior or Senior

Enrolled at least half-time, 6 credit hours per semester for undergraduate

Maintain a TAMIU overall GPA of 3.0 for undergraduate students

Must meet all other requirements as stated in TAMIU's Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAPP)

Proficiency in use of personal computer workstation with common software applications

Ability to organize and multitask functions to ensure compliance with deadlines

Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing

Excellent interpersonal relationship and communication skills

Ability to interact effectively and professionally with university students, staff, and the general public

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to prepare and conduct an engineering experiment, present their finding, and deliver conclusions

Problem analysis and problem-solving skills

Ability to learn and use multiple software programs

Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions

Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace

Work schedules are created by the department based on departmental needs but ensure it does not conflict with class schedule

The position may require evening and/or weekend hours as necessary

The position requires keeping a work schedule of 10-19 hours per week; this position is temporary as it is subjected to funding and/or need

Promptly complete all required training

Submit time sheet biweekly

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check

Preferred

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Minimum 3.0 GPA

Company

Texas A&M University

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Texas A&M University has a proud history that stretches back to 1876 when The Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas became the first public institution of higher learning in the state of Texas.

Founded in 1876

College Station, TX, US

10001+ employees

https://tamu.edu

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