Student Assistant - Electrical and Computer Engineering Research Assistant (Fall 2022)

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Statesboro

Electrical and Computer Engineering

The Student Assistant supports the Electrical and Computer Engineering department as a Research Assistant beginning Fall 2022. The project focus is on vehicular communications for applications related to intelligent transportation system and autonomous driving. The Research Assistant should be ready to contribute to the submission of at least one IEEE journal paper and collection of preliminary data for the group’s research proposals starting Fall 2022. Therefore, in addition to solid knowledge in the field of wireless communications and networks, the ideal candidate should also have a familiarity of the process of submitting an academic paper.

Student employees cannot work more than 1300 hours in a 12-consecutive month period. Georgia Southern University is a tobacco and smoke-free community. All faculty, staff, and students must adhere to the established University System of Georgia policy.

• Assists the investigator in performing MATLAB simulations
• Collects data
• Writes technical reports in the area of wireless communications and networking
• Completes submisson of writing to academic journals

Shift Specifics:

• 10 hours per week
• Flexible with schedule of availability

Educational Requirements

• Must be enrolled in six or more undergraduate credit hours or three or more graduate credit hours at Georgia Southern University.

Preferred Education

• Sucessful completion of ENGR 1732, ENGR 2341, and EENG 3421.

Preferred Experience

• Experience writing code in MATLAB, PYTHON, or C and writing technical papers in IEEE format

$8.42 per hour

• Resume
• Schedule of Availability
• Writing sample: Provide a Sample Code written in MATLAB, PYTHON, or C

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to work well in a diverse and inclusive environment through commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Proficiency with computer and Microsoft Office applications software including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• Knowledge of the process of submitting an academic paper

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

June 17, 2022

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Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Must be enrolled in six or more undergraduate credit hours or three or more graduate credit hours at Georgia Southern University

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

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