Chemistry Undergraduate Researcher

Salary/Position Classification

• $20.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 20 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability:
  No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus):
  No

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position.

The position provides mentored undergraduate research experience in computational and theoretical chemistry, with assignments involving literature review, data organization, scientific computing support, and preparation of research materials.

• Assist with computational chemistry and research-support tasks under supervisor guidance, carrying out quantum chemistry computations, literature review, and preparing presentations of the data and data analysis
• Conduct literature searches and prepare short summaries of relevant papers, methods, and background information for ongoing lab projects
• Participate in lab meetings, training, outreach, and other related research-support tasks assigned by the supervisor

• Reliability and professionalism
• Ability to follow instructions and meet deadlines
• Attention to detail in data analysis
• Willingness to learn quantum chemistry research methods and scientific computing tools
• Responsible conduct of research
• Ability to communicate progress and questions clearly

• Current UND undergraduate student in Chemistry or a closely related STEM field
• Eligible for UND student employment; ability to work up to 20 hours/week beginning July 1, 2026;
• Basic computer skills
• Successful completion of relevant introductory chemistry coursework.
• 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.

• Coursework or interest in physical chemistry, inorganic chemistry, computational chemistry, quantum chemistry, chemical physics, mathematics, physics, or computer science.
• Experience with Python, Linux/Unix, spreadsheets, plotting, or literature searches; prior research, coursework project, or laboratory experience.

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

• Resume
• Brief statement of research interests and weekly availability
• Unofficial transcript

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.