Summer Student Assistant (C-CER/HBCU-UP)

Summer Student Assistant (C-CER/HBCU-UP)

Reporting to the Director of C-CER, the Summer Student Assistant is for Undergraduate students. Students are expected to assist with the installation and maintenance of the SOC lab. Additionally, the student assistants will aid in any research projects undertaken by the Director or other associated faculty/staff. Finally, the student assistants will aid any staff in activities as assigned affiliated with C-CER and the Department of Computer Science. Students with high demands on their schedules due to extra-curricular, athletic competitions or other academic duties should not apply.

Essential Job Functions: Assist in the installation of computer and networking equipment. Assist in the identification of areas of interest related to academic research. Assist in the dissemination of academic research. Assist in the development of research methodology. Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities Freshmen & Sophomore Work-Study Students

Minimum Job Qualifications Classroom experience in conducting academic research. Ability to work at own pace with limited supervision. Qualitative writing skills High Level of Interpersonal skills Leadership Qualities Time Management Skills Requires focused work from serious and responsible students

Other Competencies (skills, abilities, behavior) Must have a philosophy that is consistent with the Mission, Vision and Core Values of the organization. Vision, commitment, and experience in achieving goals and pursuing excellence is critical; ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic and demanding environment. Must have strong verbal and written communication and organizational skills; proven ability to manage multiple complex assignments with sensitivity to deadlines, priorities, and changing circumstances; demonstrated professional work ethic and positive, problem?solving attitude. Must be able to read, write and speak fluently in English.

Physical Demands Ability to sit or stand for up to 8 hours/day. Some lifting (up to 25 pounds occasionally), bending, and carrying. The employee is regularly required to talk and hear, and to use hands and fingers to handle or feel.

Education Preferred High School or better.

Experience Preferred Classroom experience in conducting academic research. Ability to work at own pace with limited supervision.