About the role#
The Applied Research Center at Florida International University is hiring a student research assistant. This is a temporary, part-time position based at the Engineering Center. You will work with a team of professionals to support sponsored research projects and daily departmental tasks.
What you'll do#
- Provide general research support and technical assistance for STEM research activities.
- Assist with data collection, organization, and analysis.
- Support the preparation and review of project documentation and reports.
- Help with project planning and maintaining timelines.
- Collaborate with team members and contribute ideas to support project goals.
- Handle administrative tasks, including data entry, filing, copying, and running errands.
- Complete required training, including FIU Service Excellence, PantherSoft, and Microsoft Word and Outlook.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an FIU student with a minimum of six credits for undergraduates or three credits for graduate students during Fall and Spring semesters.
- A GPA of 3.00 or higher.
- Major in a STEM-related field.
- High school diploma.
- Ability to work independently and follow direction.
- Capacity to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and customer service.
Location & details#
- Location: Miami, Florida, at the Engineering Center.
- Work modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, temporary, part-time position.
- Hours vary based on your class schedule and departmental needs.
- You must remain enrolled as a student and cannot have graduated to hold this position.
About Florida International University
Florida International University is a public research institution based in Miami. Founded in 1965, the university serves over 56,000 students through a variety of bachelor, master, and doctoral degree programs. It maintains a large staff of over 12,000 employees and operates across multiple campus locations. The university focuses on research in fields including medicine, engineering, business, and journalism.
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