Graduate Assistant/Research - Computer Science

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Closing Date:

Type of Position:

Graduate Assistant

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Academic Term (Fixed Term)

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:

STEM GAs

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Department of Computer Science at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking candidates to fill its available graduate assistant positions. The primary responsibility of the Graduate Research Assistant (RA) position is to provide professional-level support related to research and creative activities that are under direct supervision by a faculty member. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher education;

• Regular admission to a UA Little Rock graduate degree program or good standing with the UA Little Rock Graduate School for continuing graduate students;

• Ability to work the required hours (FT-50% - 20 hours per week/PT-25% - 10 hours per week) with regular attendance;

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• Programming in languages such as Python or Java for Desktop, Server Side Web Apps, or Cloud;

• Web Design and Development Skills involving HTML, CSS, and Javascript;

• Database Development and Writing SQL Queries (Oracle, MS SQL Server);

• Application Development Skills (e.g., SDLC, Agile);

• Project Management Skills;

• IT Infrastructure knowledge including hardware, operating systems, networks, and cloud computing;

• Statistics, Data Mining, and Machine Learning;

• Information Quality, Data Munging, and Data Wrangling.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform tasks and assist faculty members in research activities for a designated project;

• Develop work plans in accordance with research objectives;

• Assist in the collection of data and/or conduct independent research specific to the research project;

• Perform development work for the project.  Depending on the needs of the project, development work could include statistical analysis, data mining, machine learning, programming, database, web design and development, system analysis, or network administration;

• Conduct testing, implementation, and evaluation of project deliverables;

• Coordinate project meetings and lead project discussions;

• Prepares reports and publications as needed;

• Assist in other specialized administrative, technical, or editorial duties connect to the research project.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of issues pertaining to the area of assignment;

• Knowledge of higher education teaching principles and practices (TA Positions) or Knowledge of higher education research principles and practices (RA Positions);

• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities;

• Skill in planning, organization, and coordination of activities;

• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships;

• Skills in both verbal and written communication;

• Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$1500 stipend per month

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Brian Butler bsbutler2@ualr.edu
Graduate Student Support Specialist

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

No Background Check Required

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Frequent Physical Activity:

Sitting

Occasional Physical Activity:

Walking

Benefits Eligible:

No