EXtended Reality Student Assistant

Overview

Department
eXtended Reality Laboratory

Campus Location
Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type
Part Time

Pay
$15 - 18 per hour

Work Schedule
Based on class schedule

Export Compliance Requirement
This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a “U.S. Citizen”.

Students working in the eXtended Reality (XR) lab will learn to utilize programming and rendering concepts in support of various projects for NIAR labs. Their tasks may range from classroom support and project research to direct industry program support. Students will be expected to assist lab staff in any way possible to help make the lab successful, presentable to customers, and accomplish projects in a timely manner.

Projects will involve extensive use of 3D rendering tools such as Blender 3D, 3DS Max, Unity Engine, and Unreal Engine. Additionally, projects may involve extensive programming in one more languages depending upon project needs. Students must have their own transportation as some local travel between facilities may be required.

A student assistant will carry out administrative and technical tasks requested by a supervisor. Depending on the area the student assistant is employed in, they may assist and mentor other students or provide support throughout the campus in various forms.

• Assisting staff with project design, development, and documentation
• Assist staff with research project development
• Assisting staff on industry-level support
• Operate and help maintain tools and equipment

High school diploma or equivalent

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Products
• Have great attention to detail
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25lbs
• Able to work 20+ hrs per week
• Ability to work independently on extensive tasks
• Familiarity with Computer Science (CS), Computer Engineering (CE), Game Design, or other engineering concepts
• Current Undergraduate student

Ability to remain in a stationary position.

Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phones, printers, copiers, and calculators.

Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.