About the role#
Ithaca College is hiring a student Physics Research Assistant. This position offers experiential learning to help you develop professional skills. You will apply what you learn in the classroom to real-world research settings.
What you'll do#
- Support professors with lab, field, or grant-related research tasks.
- Work in a professional environment to build your experience.
What you'll need#
- You must be contacted by a professor or the department to be hired for this role.
- Majors in Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Biology, or Environmental Engineering are encouraged to apply.
- You will need to complete a criminal background check as part of the hiring process.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Ithaca, New York.
- The role is on-site.
- This is a paid position with a hiring rate of $16.15 per hour.
- Employment is subject to I-9 verification and eligibility requirements.
About Ithaca College
Ithaca College is a private liberal arts institution based in Ithaca, New York. Founded in 1892 as a music conservatory, the college now offers over 90 majors and 70 minors across five schools. It maintains a residential campus environment for a student body supported by approximately 2,881 employees. The institution emphasizes a combination of academic theory and practical performance.
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