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Graduate Research Assistant

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Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number Stu02287P
Home Org Name Biological Sciences
Division Name College of Sciences & Math
Position Title Graduate Research Assistant
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
Duties include analyzing data, gathering and comparing resources, ensuring facts, sharing findings with the whole research team, adhering to required methodologies, performing fieldwork as needed, and keeping critical information confidential.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled Auburn University graduate student
  • Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or related field
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in research area and lab safety procedures and guidelines.
Pay Rate $833-$2,166/monthly or $10,000-$26,000/annually
Work Hours 14-20
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: Alabama
Posting Detail Information

Posting Date 04/21/2023
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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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

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  1. * Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.
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  2. * Are you currently an enrolled Graduate Student at Auburn University?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or related field?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * Do you have experience in a research lab?
    • Yes
    • No