ECE Research Assistant F26 (Student Temporary)

Job Summary

A master's student in the ECE - Electrical & Computer Engineering Department is sought for assistance on collaborative projects. Research assistants will have the opportunity to work on faculty-generated projects. Students are paid bi-weekly at an hourly rate determined by the faculty project sponsor.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine research tasks, including library research; participate in group observation activities; administer questionnaires and conduct interviews; take part in experiments; collect, analyze, code, and tabulate data; set up and operate laboratory programming operations.
• Specific activities are dependent upon the faculty research.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested by the direct supervisor.

Required Qualifications

• At least an undergraduate degree in engineering or related field.
• Must be a current graduate student in the ECE - Electrical & Computer Engineering Department at UM-Dearborn.
• Self-motivation and willingness to learn new applications and the ability to work independently.
• Good communication skills.
• Good organizational and documentation skills for keeping track of data and multiple analysis steps.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, internet search engines, internet and mobile devices.

Background Screening

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