Temporary Research Assistant - Temporary Part-time (No benefits) - 530084

Temporary Research Assistant - Temporary Part-time (No Benefits) - 530084

Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States

Research/Scientific

Closing at:
Jul 30 2026 - 22:55 CDT

Pay Grade/Pay Range:
Minimum: $10.00 (Hourly N0)

Department/Organization: 214291 - Center for Advanced Public Safety

Normal

Work Schedule:

Varies

Note to Applicants:
Position is eligible for hybrid work subject to University policy.

Job Summary:

The Temporary Research Support assists in research work in support of a major research project which may include duties such as gathering, tracking and entering data, preparing support material, etc.

Additional

Department Summary:

Works alongside a staff member in the Center for Advanced Public Safety Department to enter, validate, and maintain Alabama roadway environment data infrastructure by determining route and intersection numbers from legacy PDF maps of the Alabama roadway network and transferring those values into an electronic map.

Required

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or GED and some experience related to the responsibilities of the assignment(s).

Skills and Knowledge:
Ability to work on a personal computer including Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to follow directions and perform tasks.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Alabama roadway environment data.

Background Investigation Statement:
Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
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