High School Researcher

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepares, organizes, and analyzes research and data for group research projects.
• Maintains databases and collates data into appropriate figures, tables, graphs, and charts for program-level communications.
• Performs research tasks and data activities, including validation testing; reports results; meets obligations and deadlines; and ensures scientific activities for the research effort are organized and completed.
• Cleans glassware and the laboratory environment; maintains facilities; participates in laboratory safety and training exercises; and conducts various assigned activities that support research.
• Maintains internal communication with key researchers to ensure all project deliverables are met ahead of schedule and facilitates communication to support project completion.
• Adheres to University and department policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school student with aptitude in science and engineering, or chemistry with aspirations for college education within Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret high school-level math and science documents.
• Ability to respond effectively to direction and feedback from research supervisors.
• Ability to communicate effectively within a team environment.
• Comprehension and application of principles of high school-level mathematics, including modern algebra.
• Ability to work with and apply mathematical concepts.
• Willingness to explore and apply scientific principles to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.

About The University Of Southern Mississippi

The University of Southern Mississippi has a long history of preparing students for success since its founding in 1910. It offers programs to over 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, as well as online. The institution is a Carnegie R1 university, known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and more. Southern Miss is committed to diversity and inclusion, and is an equal opportunity employer.