POOL: Student Research Assistant - I2S
Center for Public Partnerships & Research · Topeka Metropolitan Area · 2 wk ago
Analyst$10.25–$20/hrInternship
Position Overview
Job Description
- Research Support
- Aid faculty with research activities such as data collection, data analysis, literature reviews, and organization of research materials.
- Contribute to the drafting, editing, and formatting of research manuscripts for submission to academic journals and conferences.
- Participate in regular project meetings with faculty and research teams to discuss progress, brainstorm ideas, and receive feedback.
- Assist in the preparation of presentations, posters, or other materials for academic conferences; may include travel and presentation responsibilities if applicable.
- Manage research-related documentation, maintain project timelines, and assist with administrative tasks related to grant management, protocols, or submission logistics.
Required Qualifications
- Undergraduate student in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science.
- Programming experience in C++ / Java, as evidenced by application materials.
Preferred Qualifications
- Pursuing a degree in Computer Science or Engineering or closely related field.
- Engineering GPA > 3.5.
Position Requirements
- During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours.
- For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester.
- Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).
Employment Conditions
- Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.
- This is an hourly position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly position and a salaried graduate position (GRA/GTA/GA) concurrently.
Additional Candidate Instructions
- To ensure consideration, apply before the application review starts on Monday, 6/29/2026.
- Contact Information to Applicants
Contact Information to Applicants
- Advertised Salary Range
- $10.25 - $20.00 per hour depending on qualifications and experience
Anticipated Start Date
- Wednesday July 1, 2026