Research Assistant
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND, USA
USD 18-18 / hour
Posted on Mar 25, 2026
Research Assistant
- 497875
- Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
- Federal Work Study Student
- Institutional Student
- Closing on: Mar 27 2026
Salary/Position Classification
- $18.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
- 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 undergraduate students are eligible to be hired in this position.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Download available dropsonde observations from the NOAA AOML Hurricane Data Archive to Prof. Carstens’ group server
- Perform quality control procedures on the raw data using the ASPEN software to identify potentially faulty observations
- Document code, scripts, and workflow during the project for future research to use and expand on
Minimum Requirements
- Data analysis and computer programming experience using Python, MATLAB, or an equivalent language
- Familiarity with the UNIX environment, including command line tools and bash scripts
- Ability to interpret atmospheric sounding data (e.g., radiosondes, Skew-Ts, etc.)
- Must be majoring in Atmospheric Sciences
- Must have completed or be currently enrolled in ATSC 270 (Computer Concepts in Meteorology)
- 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.
Preferred Qualifications
- Successful completion of, or satisfactory progress in (if currently enrolled), ATSC 210 (Introduction to Synoptic Meteorology)
To Apply
For full consideration, applications must be received by the closing date and include the following materials:
- Updated resume
- Unofficial transcript
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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