High School Researcher

Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B). Job Summary The High School Researcher conducts research for the Wiggins Research Group, working alongside undergraduate and graduate students while supporting laboratory organization and operations. This position contributes to data reports, maintains data spreadsheets, collates experimental data for analysis. The role also coordinates data activities, facilitates material inventories, performs data analysis and provides written and oral dissemination of research results to direct supervisors. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Prepares, organizes, and analyzes research and data for group research projects. Maintains databases and collates data into appropriate figures, tables, graphs, and charts for program-level communications. Performs research tasks and data activities, including validation testing; reports results; meets obligations and deadlines; and ensures scientific activities for the research effort are organized and completed. Cleans glassware and the laboratory environment; maintains facilities; participates in laboratory safety and training exercises; and conducts various assigned activities that support research. Maintains internal communication with key researchers to ensure all project deliverables are met ahead of schedule and facilitates communication to support project completion. Adheres to University and department policies, procedures, and regulations. Performs other duties as assigned.