Student Research Assistant
Inside Higher Ed, Lawrence, KS, United States
Position Overview
Position offers opportunity to work closely with graduate researchers on advanced geotechnical engineering projects focused on geosynthetic-reinforced pavement systems. The student will support laboratory research activities including plate load testing, preparation of test setups, instrumentation, and data collection. The research involves evaluating the performance of advanced geogrid systems in improving the mechanical response of aggregate base layers and subgrade reaction modulus under pavement loading conditions. This position provides hands‑on experimental experience and exposure to innovative research in pavement and geotechnical engineering.
Job Description
Assist with large-scale plate load testing, including soil preparation, test setup, instrumentation, and data collection.
Provide general laboratory support.
Required Qualifications
Currently enrolled as a student at the University of Kansas.
Pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering or a related field (e.g., Geology, Mechanical Engineering, or a related major).
Basic understanding of engineering principles.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Able to lift between 35–40 pounds without injury.
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, (2) be pre‑enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours, (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
on‑exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly
on‑exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.
Salary & Schedule
Advertised Salary Range: $16.00 - $18.00 hourly
Anticipated Start Date: Monday, April 13, 2026
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Position offers opportunity to work closely with graduate researchers on advanced geotechnical engineering projects focused on geosynthetic-reinforced pavement systems. The student will support laboratory research activities including plate load testing, preparation of test setups, instrumentation, and data collection. The research involves evaluating the performance of advanced geogrid systems in improving the mechanical response of aggregate base layers and subgrade reaction modulus under pavement loading conditions. This position provides hands‑on experimental experience and exposure to innovative research in pavement and geotechnical engineering.
Job Description
Assist with large-scale plate load testing, including soil preparation, test setup, instrumentation, and data collection.
Provide general laboratory support.
Required Qualifications
Currently enrolled as a student at the University of Kansas.
Pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering or a related field (e.g., Geology, Mechanical Engineering, or a related major).
Basic understanding of engineering principles.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Able to lift between 35–40 pounds without injury.
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, (2) be pre‑enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours, (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
on‑exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly
on‑exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.
Salary & Schedule
Advertised Salary Range: $16.00 - $18.00 hourly
Anticipated Start Date: Monday, April 13, 2026
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