What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Assistant (Research Assistant) position at Stephen F. Austin University?
This is a student position responsible for assisting faculty and staff with research activities. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Student will gather data from previously published studies on the salt formations throughout the United States, digitize maps and data, and create a summary from the obtained files. Lab work will also be conducted on samples using XRF, XRD, ICP-MS and LIBS. Student will also help with the core repository, including organizing and moving core boxes, setting up equipment, and cutting samples.
Job Duties
Student will gather data from previously published studies on the salt formations throughout the United States, digitize maps and data, and create a summary from the obtained files. Lab work will also be conducted on samples using XRF, XRD, ICP-MS and LIBS. Student will also help with the core repository, including organizing and moving core boxes, setting up equipment, and cutting samples.
1. Assists in conducting research related to project hypotheses and objectives in accordance with research protocol.
2. Assists in collecting, handling, processing, analyzing, and interpreting data.
3. Assists in the development and completion of surveys, reports, analysis, etc.
4. Assists with special projects as assigned.
5. May handle, process, and dispense sensitive information of a confidential/proprietary nature.
6. May assist with general laboratory maintenance.
7. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
1. Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, research methodologies, principles, and techniques.
2. Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.
3. Ability to understand and follow instructions.
Required Qualifications
The minimum education required for admittance as a student at Stephen F. Austin State University. The recommendation of a faculty member may be required.
ESGR major is required.
No direct experience is required. Training and instruction will be provided.
Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands
ESGR major is required.
No direct experience is required. Training and instruction will be provided.
Must be able to lift 25-50 lbs on a regular basis.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
A student must be enrolled in six or more semester hours to be eligible for student employment during the fall or spring semesters. To be eligible for student employment during the summer, a student must be enrolled in three or more semester hours or be registered for courses in the upcoming fall semester.
Student assistants may not hold any other type of position such as a graduate assistantship or temporary casual employment at the same time that they are employed as a student assistant.
Position End Date (if temporary)
Student assistants may not hold any other type of position such as a graduate assistantship or temporary casual employment at the same time that they are employed as a student assistant.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
SA2025-040
Number of Vacancies
2
Posting Open Date
02/18/2025
Review Start Date
Posting Close Date
02/27/2025
Work Schedule
Min Pay Rate
$12.00/hour
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
EEO Statement
Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.
Posting Quick Link
https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/12679
Department Information
Department
Earth Sciences & Geologic Resources
Contact Name
Dr. Julie Bloxson
Contact Phone
(936)468-2355
Contact Email
bloxsonjm@sfasu.edu
Contact Information
Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview If you have specific questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you a major in the Earth Sciences and Geologic Resources department?
- Yes
- No
- * Which of the following best represents your current student classification?
- Entering freshman
- Freshman
- Sophomore
- Junior
- Senior
- Graduate Student
- * Have you worked on the SFA campus before?
- Yes
- No
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
Salary : $12
