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Undergraduate Research Assistant - geotech
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A Research Assistant assists with a research program or project. Works in a variety of fields within science or the social sciences, in programs based at a university or research institution, or works on government or industry sponsored research projects. Conducts field or library research or recruits participants for a study; may also assist with legal research. Typically conduct research under the guidance of senior researchers or professors. These roles are often held by undergraduate or graduate students pursuing degrees in relevant fields, or individuals with relevant work experience.
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Job Description
Position Information Posting Number:
20260369V Position Title:
Undergraduate Research Assistant - geotechPosting Type Student Hours/week:
5Eligibility:
Work study preferred but open to all students Semester 2026-2027 Academic Year Location Drosdick Hall Detailed Work Schedule Number of positions: 5Department:
202-Civil and Environmental Engineering Contact Name:
Linda DeAngelis Contact Phone/Extension:
4960Position Summary Information Job Description Summary:
Student will aid in performing laboratory testing and evaluation of geomaterials.Requirements:
Civil Engineering Major in the geotechnical area - Rising Junior or Senior.Additional Information:
Physical Demands Summary:
Wage Rate:
$15/hr. Posting Detail Information Closing Date (11:59pm ET): Open Until Filled Yes Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (- ).
- Are you currently a registered Villanova student? Yes No
- Are you eligible for work study? Yes No I don't know
- What is your availability? (days and times) (Open Ended Question)
- Have you ever worked on campus before? If "Y", what department and semester/year? (Open Ended Question)
- I understand that satisfactory attendance in all academic classes is required to maintain student employment at Villanova University.