Undergraduate Geology Collections Assistant

Job no: 497723

Work type:
Institutional Student

Location:

Grand Forks

Categories:
Engineering, Communication, Critical thinking & problem solving

• $15 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 6 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability:
  No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus):
  No

Geology and Geological Engineering is seeking an undergraduate laboratory assistant to aid Geology faculty in identifying, cataloging, and returning numerous fossils loaned from other universities and museums.

• The laboratory assistant will sort through fossil loan paperwork and collections cabinets to match paperwork to loan specimens, then help discern the current, proper points of contact for arranging the returns.
• They will then help pack and return the fossils to their repository institutions.
• Photographing the specimens may also be required for inclusion in email contacts with the host institutions.
• The student must be organized, detail-oriented, patient, and comfortable with repetitive tasks.
• Strong communication skills, including through digital formats, would also be considered helpful.
• Must be pursuing a Geology or Geological Engineering undergraduate major or minor.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

For full consideration, applications must be received by the closing date and include the following materials:

• Resume
• A paragraph (up to 200 words) explaining how the applicant's skills and relevant experience could help them aid Geology's efforts in collection

Please include in the application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with the University of North Dakota, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as how many hours you work a week.

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Advertised: 12 Feb 2026 Central Standard Time

Applications close: 13 Mar 2026 Central Daylight Time