Part time Research Assistant, Div of Natural & Built Environment, UMKC School of Science & Engineering

University of Missouri-Kansas City

Division of Natural & Built Environment

School of Science and Engineering

UMKC is rated R1 by the Carnegie Research Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

This part time Research Assistant position will be responsible for the following:

• Collect, assemble and analyze data on small volcano shape and location to contribute to the MaarVLS catalog. This includes using satellite imagery, digital elevation models, and QGIS.
• Update and maintain the database and relevant references as managed in Excel and Google Earth.
• The researcher is expected to produce a report on the updates and new contributions.
• Professional development for the researcher including webinars paper reading, CV workshops and job applications are included in and expected as part of the duties.
• The researcher will meet with their supervisor weekly for updates, but hours are flexible.

This position is a part-time (10 hours/week), non-benefit eligible, unranked academic position.

Bachelor's degree related to Earth Science with experience in GIS (Geographic Information System).

$19/hr

To be considered, you must complete the application at www.umkc.edu/jobs including Legal Name, US employment eligibility, and current contact information. Upload all application materials (a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a list of at least five references).

If you are experiencing technical problems, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu.

For questions about the position, please contact umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu include the name of the position.

Official transcripts will be required if a contract is extended.

Handling of Application Materials

After initial review by the committee all uploaded materials may be shared with all faculty in the prospective home department. For affiliations and joint appointments materials may be shared with all faculty in all departments involved.

Open till filled

For more information about the School of Science and Engineering, visit: https://sse.umkc.edu/

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.