Graduate Research Assistant, MS program

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Job Description

The Desert Research Institute (DRI; www.dri.edu) in Reno, NV, in partnership with the graduate programs at the University of Nevada Reno (UNR) and/or University of Nevada Las Vegas, invite applications for graduate studies (Master’s or PhD program.  DRI offers graduate research assistantships to work on DRI’s campus in a research-related position while completing graduate studies.   Graduate research assistants (GRA’s) gain the experience of working alongside DRI faculty members on cutting edge research.   These joint positions are based at DRI, but coursework, academic advisement and degrees are provided by the University where the individual is enrolled. GRA’s work 50% time during the academic year, with the option to work more during summer break.

Required Qualifications

• Acceptance into UNR’s Master’s or Ph.D. granting program and registered for a minimum of six graduate credits per semester

• Ability to work independently and must enjoy interdisciplinary research

• Strong oral and written English communication skills

• Other qualifications may vary based on division and position

Conditions of Employment

• All positions are contingent upon available funding from your DRI advisor’s research projects and may be terminated for lack of funding or performance.

Compensation/Benefits

DRI offers a competitive support package, which includes a minimum monthly stipend of $2400 for both MS and PhD students and access to student health services. A grant-in-aid waiver covers about 100% of tuition/per credit costs. Assistantships are 20 hours a week.

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent 

Required Attachment(s)

Please upload the following documents in the specified section:

• A current curriculum vitae

For more detailed information about DRI and DRI faculty, research projects, and publications, please visit us at www.dri.edu. For questions regarding this position or assistance with your application, please call the recruiting office at 775-673-7332.

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.  

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process based on applicant notification and permission.

Newly hired faculty and postdoctoral fellows must assure that their official transcript is submitted to the Human Resources Office within 30 calendar days from the effective date of employment.  Academic degrees must have been awarded by regionally accredited institutions.

This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

DRI employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. DRI only sponsors aliens applying for research faculty or postdoctoral fellow positions (J-1 or H-1B Visas).

All applicants hired by the Desert Research Institute are subject to E-Verify.