PhD MSE - Research Assistant

Scope of Job

Maximum appointment is limited to twenty (20) hours per week (50% FTE) during the Fall and Spring semesters.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently admitted to a graduate degree program
• Be in good academic standing
• Be registered full-time for the respective semester (nine (9) semester credit hours during the fall semester, nine (9) semester credit hours during spring semester, three (3) semester credit hours during the summer session(s)), or in the required number of semester credit hours to fulfill the only remaining requirements on the degree plan

Discipline Specific Required Qualifications

The Research Assistant assistantship award is available to doctoral students who are assigned to a specific faculty member who is conducting research or a scholarly endeavor. Duties will vary depending on the project and assigned research/scholarly functions, or other creative aspects.

Position Details

• Location: Edinburg, Texas
• College: College of Engineering and Computer Science
• Department: College of Engineering and Computer Science / Mechanical Engineering
• Division: Provost - Academic Affairs
• FTE: 5
• Number of Vacancies: Multiple
• Desired Start Date: 09/01/2026