Research Assistant - Dr. Zhang

Salary/Position Classification

• $18.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 5-10 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

• This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Learn high performance computing environment, Linux operating system, and numerical methods and simulation workflows needed for the research work
• Prepare and setup simulation including geometry and mesh generation
• Perform numerical simulations using in-house developed computer code
• Process simulation results, create research report and write research paper for publication.

Minimum Requirements

• Able to work independently and remain task-driven
• Good computer programming skills
• Knowledge of computer simulation.
• Completed course work in ME306 and ME341.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

To Apply

For full consideration, applications must be received by the closing date and include the following materials:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Class Schedule

Please include in the application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with the University of North Dakota, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as how many hours you work a week.

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