About the role#
Georgia Southern University is hiring a Research Assistant for the Department of Civil Engineering and Construction for the Fall 2026 term. This part-time position involves working under the supervision of faculty members on research regarding cyber risk assessment and mitigation for drinking water systems. The role runs from August to May for a total of 36 weeks.
What you'll do#
- Identify cyber risks for water systems.
- Develop strategies to mitigate cyber risks.
- Coordinate research meetings.
- Perform field surveys if required.
- Adhere to university policies and procedures to support institutional goals.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in at least six undergraduate credit hours or three graduate credit hours at Georgia Southern University.
- Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office and Google applications.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational and human relations skills.
- Ability to exhibit engaging customer service and support various university constituencies.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States for the duration of the role without university assistance.
- Ability to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
Location & details#
- Location: Statesboro, Georgia (on-site).
- Schedule: Up to 25 hours per week with a flexible schedule.
- Pay: $12.00 per hour.
About Georgia Southern University
Georgia Southern University is a public institution founded in 1906. It operates across four campuses in Statesboro, Savannah, Hinesville, and Swainsboro, in addition to providing online instruction. The university serves nearly 31,600 students through 11 colleges. It offers approximately 149 degree programs and maintains a focus on public impact research.
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