ARC Student Research Assistant

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

The Applied Research Center is currently seeking a student research assistant to join their team of professionals. Duties

to include:

- General research duties to support sponsored research project deliverables as assigned (i.e. working on research/project timelines, document/report preparation, working with team)

- Provide technical assistance for STEM research, and contributes ideas to the team

At least 3 semesters of FIU work experience or related experience outside the University with satisfactory or higher from prior student appointment.

Enrolled in STEM studies, and in good standing at FIU
- Ability to work in a team setting and apply what you have learned in the classroom
- Basic level of Microsoft Word and Excel
- Ability to take direction and work responsibly and independently as needed
- Ability to take all required safety trainings, and pass associated safety tests within the first week of employment
- Ability to work in a safe and conscientious manner and follow Lab protocols
- Ability to apply and follow directions and ask questions when unsure of what is expected
- Able and willing to travel as needed within the US for project work/conferences and/or presentations/Internships
- Ability to solve problems independently.
- Organizational and time-management skills.

Desired Qualifications:

- Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite as well as strong communications skills
- One year of relevant experience
- Ideal candidate must be a self-motivated individual with strong organizational skills and must be able to prioritize multiple tasks as needed
- Candidate must possess the ability to interact with students, faculty and staff in tactful and courteous manner
- The successful applicant must also possess good communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as the ability to work well with other members of staff in a team-oriented environment

• 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.

Work hours are between 8:30 am - 5:00 pm depending on student's class schedule.

Criminal Background Check

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

Extended Background Check is required if the job includes any of the following responsibilities. Some may also require a Fingerprint 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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