(Student Position) Research Assistant

Position Details

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Job Title (Student Position) Research Assistant

Department Science, Math, Ag & Culinary

Location Sheridan

Posting Category Student - Sheridan

Desired Start Date 08/26/2026

Hourly Rate (if applicable) $14.00 / hr

Hiring Range

Full Salary Range

Benefits Summary N/A

Months Worked Annually

Typical Work Schedule Flexible hours

Position Information

Posting Number 20151038P

Job Posting Date 08/26/2026

Initial Review Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Job Summary This position is a grant funded undergraduate research assistantship. Student employees will contribute to research projects supervised by science faculty, who are participating in the INBRE grant. Students will apply laboratory and field science skills in the design and conducting of science experiments. Participating students are expected to meet grant requirements, including completing grant reporting and project presentations. This position is intended for students pursuing science or medical degrees.

Reports To

Education/Qualifications

• Good Conduct and Academic Standing with the college
• Sheridan College Student currently enrolled
• Cumulative GPA is 2.0 or greater

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Detail oriented
• Organized
• Able to follow directions
• Punctual
• Reliable
• Good communication skills
• Experience in a biology and/or chemistry lab

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Standing, light lifting, must wear PPE in the lab while working with chemicals, outdoor activities in various weather, some travel.

About Northern Wyoming Community College District

Experience

Special Instructions to Applicants

Job Duties These are the job duties for required of the position.

Percentage of time 100%

Responsibility/Duty

• Maintain and organize science equipment; design and conduct research experiments, data input and analysis; safely make and use chemical solutions, report on progress and findings to grant agency, participate in research presentations and UW Undergraduate Research Days.