POOL: Student Research Assistant

Undergraduate research assistants (UGRAs) participate in innovative research related to their academic field of study, providing an opportunity to expand their skill‑set, apply practical knowledge in a research setting, and gain skills that will give you a unique experience and a competitive edge in the job market.

100% - Undergraduate Research Assistant performs laboratory tasks in support of a wide range of research in fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Tasks may include but are not limited to fabrication:

• lab specimen preparation.
• lab cleanup.
• data processing and archiving.
• computational simulation.
• interdisciplinary experiments, with a focus on aerospace systems.

• Must be currently enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours in a STEM major (science, technology, engineering, or mathematics).
• Must be able to lift between 35–40 pounds with or without accommodation.

During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre‑enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester.

Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).

(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.

(2) This is an hourly/non‑exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non‑exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.

Complete the online application and include a resume or curriculum vitae, cover letter, and three references. Applications will be accepted and reviewed on an ongoing basis throughout the semester.

• Primary Campus: University of Kansas Lawrence Campus