Student Assistant (Research Assistant) Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Posting Details Position Information Job Title Student Assistant (Research Assistant) General Description 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 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 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) 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