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Graduate Research Assistant - Chemical Engineering

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Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number Stu02504P
Home Org Name Chemical Engineering
Division Name Samuel Ginn Col of Engineering
Position Title Graduate Research Assistant - Chemical Engineering
Working Title (if different from Position Title)
Job Summary
Primary responsibility is to engage in original, professional-level research under a faculty member’s supervision in the course of obtaining a graduate degree.
Essential Functions
Provide general support to the University’s research mission.

Essential Functions include:
  • Assisting faculty members in a research or creative activity.
  • Performing degree-related professional or administrative services that support the research, instruction, professional development or outreach missions of the University.
  • Performing research related to the objectives of an extramural grant or contract.
  • Developing and evaluating instructional materials or curricula.
  • Assuming responsibility for designated scholarly endeavors.
Minimum Qualifications
Enrolled as a Graduate Student at Auburn University.
Preferred Qualifications
Enrolled as a Chemical Engineering Graduate Student at Auburn University.
Pay Rate $28,000/annually or $2,333/monthly
Work Hours 20
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: Alabama
Posting Detail Information

Posting Date 05/30/2023
Closing Date
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.



AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
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