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Student Hourly-Research Position

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The University of Kansas

Lawrence, KS (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 4 days ago (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/4/2026

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Student Hourly-Research Position Position Overview The student hired for the Student Research Position will be expected to work in a research environment, focused on campus sexual assault, including the prevention and intervention of sexual assault. Conduct literature searches using KU library databases and review literature; manage citation of articles. Share findings with supervisor and the team. Conduct aspects of research project such as managing databases and preparing papers for publication. The role also involves effective communication with researchers to complete tasks and critically assess literature. Assist with special projects, and other duties as assigned. The ideal candidate will be available for ongoing work and have previous experience in research, regarding campus sexual assault prevention efforts. Job Description 90%:

Literature Review Conduct literature search. Review literature. Manage completion of literature database. Manage citation of articles. 10% Team Communication Meet with researchers. Communicate effectively in completing tasks and identifying barriers. Required Qualifications Experience conducting peer review literature searches in self-directed and organized manner as evidenced in application materials. Previous experience demonstrating excellent written communication skills, as evidenced in application materials. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience in research, regarding campus sexual assault prevention efforts as evidenced in application materials. Have or working toward Bachelors (BSW) or Masters (MSW) in Social Welfare. Experience conducting literature searches using library databases. Proven knowledge of campus sexual assault prevention literature (this can be shown through classes taken, writing example, other). Expressed Interest in long term work in campus or community-based violence prevention, research, and publication, as shown in cover letter/application materials.. 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 or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (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 (1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR. (2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently. Additional Candidate Instructions In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position: Cover letter describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications. Resume List of three (3) professional references Application review begins Friday, July 10, 2026 and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants are identified. Contact Information to Applicants Claire Willey Sthapit cwilleysthapit@ku.edu Advertised Salary Range 15.00