Summer Research Assistant

Posted 2 months ago
Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, Openings : 1,
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Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Summer Research Assistant
Posting Number 24TM0010
Department SAS – Physics &amp Astronomy
Overview The School of Arts and Sciences (SAS) is the largest academic unit at Rutgers University and the center of the undergraduate experience on the Rutgers–New Brunswick campus and is comprised of 41 academic departments spanning the liberal arts. SAS offers more than 100 majors and minors across the life sciences, humanities, social and behavioral sciences, and mathematical and physical sciences with research centers and institutes across the school. With a diverse student body of more than 20,000 students, SAS has a membership of over 1,700 faculty members, more than 500 administrative staff, and 200,000 living alumni.
SAS delivers a wide array of services in support of the teaching, research, and the mission and goals of Rutgers University.
The School of Arts and Sciences promotes anti-racist, inclusive, equity-enhancing ideas and practices both inside and outside of the classroom for our community of educators, staff, and students. This includes a diverse set of voices and experiences. All individuals no matter their race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, nationality, history, sexual orientation, religious practices, or socio-economic status are valued and respected. The School of Arts and Sciences is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to and support the diversity and excellence of the organization. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further our commitment to these values.
Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Summer Research Assistant for the School of Arts &amp Sciences – Physics &amp Astronomy department.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:
  • Conducts an original research project in particle physics.
  • Participates in, and shares work in, weekly meetings of the research group.

Position Status Full Time
Hours Per Week 40
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
  • This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement where the successful candidate may work 1-2 day(s) per week at an alternate work location.

FLSA Nonexempt
Position Salary 20
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment – Hourly
Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience
  • No experience required.


Certifications/Licenses



Preferred Qualifications
  • Completion of a high school introductory physics course.
  • Will be enrolled in high school in the 2024–2025 school year.
  • Participation in the ACT-SO program or eligibility to participate in the 2025 ACT-SO competition.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities



Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions
Posting Details Posting Open Date 01/12/2024
Posting Close Date 04/10/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
  • In the Required Documents section under “Other Documents” please upload a brief (1 page) essay about goals for the summer and the future pertaining to this position, and how your participation would increase participation of historically underrepresented groups in physics.

Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City Piscataway
State NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Last Date For Apply: 2024-06-29 00:00:00 Job Type : FULL_TIME, Employment Type : FULL_TIMEApply Here