Undergraduate Research Assistant
Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, United States
Attach a brief statement of interest (1 paragraph) explaining why you want to join the project and how it aligns with your interests or goals in the “Other Documents” section. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Position Information
Job Title:
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Position Type:
Student
Division:
Academic Affairs
Department:
Mathematics
Angelo State University’s Department of Mathematics is seeking highly motivated undergraduate students majoring in Mathematics or Computer Science to join a research team working on a U.S. Department of Defense-funded project in Graph and Matroid Theory. The selected students will work closely with faculty from ASU to complete research in these areas and other topics of interest to the Air Force Office of Scientific Research.
Responsibilities
Assist in building and testing a library of SZF-matroidal graphs and SZF-realizable matroids
Support development of software tools and design tests under faculty guidance
Participate in and contribute to research discussions
Typeset mathematical proofs and exposition
Read and check mathematical writing for clarity and correctness
Collaboration on publications and conference presentations
Present findings in reports, posters, papers, or conferences
Contact
Dr. Dennis Hall, Assoc. Prof., Department of Mathematics
dennis.hall@angelo.edu
Dr. Simon Pfeil, Assoc. Prof., Department of Mathematics
simon.pfeil@angelo.edu
Dr. Jesse Taylor, Prof., Department of Mathematics
jesse.taylor@angelo.edu
Required Qualifications
U.S. citizenship required in accordance with federal contract requirements
Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Mathematics or Computer Science program, or related program
All students who are awarded assistantships must be enrolled in undergraduate or graduate coursework at Angelo State during the terms of their appointments.
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
Strong interest in combinatorics and mathematics research
Preferred Qualifications
Coursework or experience in writing mathematical proofs
Coursework or experience in discrete mathematics, graph theory, or combinatorics
Knowledge of Python, Sage, or LaTeX
A willingness to learn new mathematical and computational techniques
Salary $14 / hour
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act ( ADA ), Angelo State University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. If an accommodation is requested for the job application process, please contact our office at (325) 942-2168 or email us at hr@angelo.edu.
Special Instructions
Attach a brief statement of interest (1 paragraph) explaining why you want to join the project and how it aligns with your interests or goals in the “Other Documents” section. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Transcripts (Unofficial)
List of References
Other
Optional Documents
No optional documents specified.
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Position Information
Job Title:
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Position Type:
Student
Division:
Academic Affairs
Department:
Mathematics
Angelo State University’s Department of Mathematics is seeking highly motivated undergraduate students majoring in Mathematics or Computer Science to join a research team working on a U.S. Department of Defense-funded project in Graph and Matroid Theory. The selected students will work closely with faculty from ASU to complete research in these areas and other topics of interest to the Air Force Office of Scientific Research.
Responsibilities
Assist in building and testing a library of SZF-matroidal graphs and SZF-realizable matroids
Support development of software tools and design tests under faculty guidance
Participate in and contribute to research discussions
Typeset mathematical proofs and exposition
Read and check mathematical writing for clarity and correctness
Collaboration on publications and conference presentations
Present findings in reports, posters, papers, or conferences
Contact
Dr. Dennis Hall, Assoc. Prof., Department of Mathematics
dennis.hall@angelo.edu
Dr. Simon Pfeil, Assoc. Prof., Department of Mathematics
simon.pfeil@angelo.edu
Dr. Jesse Taylor, Prof., Department of Mathematics
jesse.taylor@angelo.edu
Required Qualifications
U.S. citizenship required in accordance with federal contract requirements
Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Mathematics or Computer Science program, or related program
All students who are awarded assistantships must be enrolled in undergraduate or graduate coursework at Angelo State during the terms of their appointments.
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
Strong interest in combinatorics and mathematics research
Preferred Qualifications
Coursework or experience in writing mathematical proofs
Coursework or experience in discrete mathematics, graph theory, or combinatorics
Knowledge of Python, Sage, or LaTeX
A willingness to learn new mathematical and computational techniques
Salary $14 / hour
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act ( ADA ), Angelo State University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. If an accommodation is requested for the job application process, please contact our office at (325) 942-2168 or email us at hr@angelo.edu.
Special Instructions
Attach a brief statement of interest (1 paragraph) explaining why you want to join the project and how it aligns with your interests or goals in the “Other Documents” section. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Transcripts (Unofficial)
List of References
Other
Optional Documents
No optional documents specified.
#J-18808-Ljbffr