• RFID Lab Student Worker: LANL Project Researcher

    Auburn University (Auburn, AL)


    Position Details

    Position Information

    Requisition Number

     

    Stu04702P

     

    Home Org Name

     

    RFID Lab at Auburn University

     

    Division Name

     

    College of Business

    Position Title

    RFID Lab Student Worker: LANL Project Researcher

     

    Working Title (if different from Position Title)

    Job Summary

    TheRFID Lab at Auburn University is looking for motivated, hard-working, and detail-oriented students from various disciplines to performRFID testing and analysis.

     

    The student is expected to conduct research and testing for the lab’s projects pertaining toLANL , which includes both running tests and processing the data gathered.

    Essential Functions

    + The student is expected to contribute to and design test procedures, work independently on test procedures under strict deadlines, create documentation, and work physically on experiments.

    + Perform data collection and data analysis to investigate the performance of large scaleRFID deployments.

    + Operate, maintain and trouble-shoot RF test equipment.

     

    Ability to work nights and reliable transportation preferred but not required.

     

    Why Work at Auburn?

     

    + **Life-Changing Impact** : Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.

    + **Culture of Excellence** : We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.

    + **We’re Here for You** : Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.

    + **Sweet Home Alabama** : The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.

    + **A Place for Everyone** : Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

     

    Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

    Minimum Qualifications

    + Currently enrolled as an Auburn University student in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a similar field.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Strong technical background in one or more of the following areas: signal processing, advanced data analysis, statistics, and machine learning – Experience in safe laboratory procedures.

    + Effective verbal and written communication skills.

    + Laboratory experience demonstrating attention to detail and commitment to safe work practices.

    + Experience using Microsoft Office Suite products.

    + Has an interest in working with Los Alamos National LaboratoryExpectations:

    + Excellent organizational and documentation skills

    + Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)

    + Excellent written communication

    + Technically capable with ability to quickly become familiar with hardware, software, processes and new technologies is a plus

    + Basic Knowledge of RF systems and computer networks is a plu

    + Experience with Linux – Knows C++ and Python

    + Knowledge of basic principles in one or more of the following: chemical synthesis, spectroscopy, engineering (nuclear, electrical, or mechanical), materials chemistry, and/or radiological materials.

    + Experience inADS ,ANSYS , Remcom, or other similar simulation software.

    + Experience with hand tools

     

    Pay Rate

     

    $15.00 per hour

     

    Work Hours

     

    20

    City position is located in:

    Auburn

    State position is located:

    Alabama

     

    Posting Detail Information

     

    Posting Date

     

    08/20/2025

     

    Closing Date

     

    Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

     

    It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit theirwebsite (https://auburn.edu/administration/eoc/) to learn more.

     

    Special Instructions to Applicants

     

    Quick Link for Internal Postings

     

    https://www.auemployment.com/postings/55516

     

    Documents Needed to Apply

    Required Documents

    1. Resume

    Optional Documents

    1. Cover Letter