Undergraduate Research Assistant

Requisition ID
req38426


Working Title
Undergraduate Research Assistant


Pay
$17.00 Hourly


Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NM


Department
AS Biology General Administrative (048F)


Employment Type
Student Employment


Student Type
Work-Study


Status
Non-Exempt


Background Check Required
No


For Best Consideration Date
11/20/2026


Position Summary
We are seeking a motivated undergraduate research assistant to contribute to ongoing research on eco-evolutionary dynamics in microbial communities (microbiomes), with a particular focus on rapid adaptation and the interplay between ecological and evolutionary processes.

The student will assist with compiling, running, and managing computer simulations of eco-evolutionary dynamics, analyzing and summarizing simulation results, and generating high-quality figures and visualizations using R. The student will also contribute to interpreting results and preparing scientific manuscripts for publication.

This position is particularly well suited for students with a strong interest in theoretical evolutionary biology, rapid adaptation, and the application of mathematical and computational approaches to understanding evolutionary processes.


Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in coding and programming.
• Successful completion of Evolution course second module, with a strong grade.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Working knowledge of R statistical software.

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