The expected hiring range for this position is:
$17.75-$30.00.
Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.
About the Role:
Fermilab’s Neutrino Division is seeking motivated Undergraduate Research Assistant to join our team under direct supervision. This opportunity is designed for students enrolled in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM), or Computing and Accelerator Science programs, offering a chance to gain hands-on experience by working alongside our expert staff on impactful projects. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative research and projects that advance national and global scientific initiatives. As a member of our team, you will gain valuable experience, develop technical skills, and build a foundation for a future career in STEM or related fields.
What your day-to-day as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at Fermilab will look like:
• Collaborate with staff in STEM or Computing and Accelerator Science disciplines to provide technical assistance on project-based tasks and research.
• Investigate, define, and propose solutions to assigned technical and scientific challenges.
• Assist with data analysis, prototype assembly, calibration, test set-up, facility operations, and the application of modeling and simulation tools.
• Contribute to the overall operation and advancement of departmental projects and initiatives.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by your supervisor.
• Adhere to and perform all duties in compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations and best practices.
Skills and Attributes for Success:
• Enrollment as an undergraduate student in an accredited college or university.
• Some prior research or technical experience.
• Demonstrated ability to apply technical skills pertinent to the assigned tasks (specific skills will vary by assignment).
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to investigate and analyze technical challenges.
• Ability to work effectively within a diverse and inclusive team environment.
• Commitment to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Work Arrangement:
Please note that the described work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs and is not guaranteed to be final.
• Hybrid: is a work arrangement in which an employee as part of an ongoing regular schedule, works at an alternative worksite in the United States (e.g., an employee’s residence) on some days and at the primary worksite on other days. Requires an approved hybrid work request for one or more days a week worked remotely within the United States on a routine basis.
Benefits/Perks:
• Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including:
o Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts
o Paid time off
o Life insurance
o Short and Long-term disability insurance
o Retirement benefits
o Onsite day care
Why Fermilab:
Fermilab is America’s premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole.
Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening
Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive, and drug-free work environment. As part of the hiring process, candidates must successfully complete a background check and drug screening. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Fermilab is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace by recruiting and developing its workforce without discrimination. Fermilab encourages and considers all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination based on any characteristics protected by law.
REAL-ID Requirement for access to Fermilab Campus
Fermilab requires all members of the public to produce a REAL-ID, or equivalent, to access the Fermilab Campus for interviews or career events. A list of acceptable forms of ID can be found here: https://get-connected.fnal.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/REALID-Documents.pdf. If a candidate is selected for an interview but does not possess any of the equivalent documents, we may schedule a virtual interview.
What To Expect Next:
We’ll be in touch! If your qualifications are in alignment with the position requirements, one of our recruiters will be reaching out to schedule a phone interview to learn more about your career interests and goals. In the meantime, we encourage you to check us out on Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, or our About Us page.
