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Student Hourly-Research Position
Job Location:
Job Location:
Lawrence, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
2 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
29 September 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Job Description
90%:Literature Review
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color ethnicity religion sex national origin age ancestry disability status as a veteran sexual orientation marital status parental status gender identity gender expression and genetic information in the universitys programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX Room 1082 Dole Human Development Center 1000 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence KSTTY.
Work Schedule
Flexible Work Schedule but must be available between 3-8 hours per week (minimum 3 hours).
Contact Information to Applicants
Claire Willey Sthapit
Position Overview
The student hired for the Student Research Position will be expected to work in a research environment focused on campus sexual assault including the prevention and intervention of sexual assault. Conduct literature searches using KU library databases and review literature; manage citation of articles. Share findings with supervisor and the team. Conduct aspects of research project such as managing databases and preparing papers for publication. The role also involves effective communication with researchers to complete tasks and critically assess literature. Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned. The ideal candidate will be available for ongoing work and have previous experience inresearch regarding campus sexual assault prevention efforts.
Additional Candidate Instruction
In addition to the online application the following documents are required to be considered for this position:
Position Requirements
During the semester term of the appointment the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).
Employment Conditions
(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.
(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.
90%:Literature Review
- Conduct literature search.
- Review literature.
- Manage completion of literature database.
- Manage citation of articles.
- Meet with researchers.
- Communicate effectively in completing tasks and identifying barriers.
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color ethnicity religion sex national origin age ancestry disability status as a veteran sexual orientation marital status parental status gender identity gender expression and genetic information in the universitys programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX Room 1082 Dole Human Development Center 1000 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence KSTTY.
Work Schedule
Flexible Work Schedule but must be available between 3-8 hours per week (minimum 3 hours).
Contact Information to Applicants
Claire Willey Sthapit
- Experience conducting peer review literature searches in self-directed and organized manner as evidenced in application materials.
- Previous experience demonstratingexcellent written communication skills as evidenced in application materials.
- Previous experience inresearch regarding campus sexual assault prevention efforts as evidenced in application materials.
- Have or working toward Bachelors (BSW) or Masters (MSW) in Social Welfare.
- Experience conducting literature searches using library databases.
- Proven knowledge ofcampus sexual assault prevention literature (this can be shown through classes taken writing example other).
- ExpressedInterest in long term work in campus or community-based violence prevention research and publicationas shown in cover letter/application materials..
Position Overview
The student hired for the Student Research Position will be expected to work in a research environment focused on campus sexual assault including the prevention and intervention of sexual assault. Conduct literature searches using KU library databases and review literature; manage citation of articles. Share findings with supervisor and the team. Conduct aspects of research project such as managing databases and preparing papers for publication. The role also involves effective communication with researchers to complete tasks and critically assess literature. Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned. The ideal candidate will be available for ongoing work and have previous experience inresearch regarding campus sexual assault prevention efforts.
Additional Candidate Instruction
In addition to the online application the following documents are required to be considered for this position:
- Cover letter describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications.
- Resume
- List of three (3) professional references
Position Requirements
During the semester term of the appointment the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).
Employment Conditions
(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.
(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.
About Company
Thank you for your interest in employment with the University of Kansas. If you need assistance with the application process please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 785-864-4946.
