- Location
- Penn State University Park, United States of America
- Workplace
- Remote, Hybrid
- Type
- Part-time
- Department
- Customer Service
- Source
- Workday
Description
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The Eberly College of Science, Department of Physics is seeking applicants for part-time job of Research Assistant.
Job duties to include:
- The applicant will be expected to conduct gravitational wave data analysis for the Penn State LIGO group including searches for compact binary mergers and developing methods, models and software to support these activities.
Requirements, qualifications, and/or competencies:
- The applicant is required to have significant post-graduate experience with LIGO data analysis and research in gravitational wave physics.
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Schedule:
- 20 hours weekly
Compensation:
The starting rate for this job is $25.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
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