Chemistry and Physics - Research Assistant
| Employment Type | Student Employee |
| Hourly Rate | $10.00 |
Special Note: All students are required to read the BU Student Employment Policy prior to submitting an application. All Federal Work-Study students should read the program rules and regulations located at http://www.belmont.edu/sfs/employment/fws.html
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Belmont University seeks to hire an undergraduate Research Assistant to assist a science faculty member researching Christian theological and ethical responses relevant to the technology of Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) and Machine Learning. Responsibilities and Duties:
The student will be responsible toCollect and organize relevant prior and ongoing work:
o Conduct literature reviews
o Assist in the preparation of clerical materials
o Assist faculty member in maintaining a bibliographyAssist with Faith & Science initiatives on campus:
o Faith & Science Club: attend monthly meetings, provide organizational and logistical support
o Attend and promote the Faith & Science Speaker Series
o Attend area seminars, convocations and other meetings as appropriateCollaborate with faculty member:
o Summarize project results in written and oral forms
o Engage in discussions with faculty member
o Edit and proofread project-related reports and essays, so that concepts are clearly stated and understandable to non-specialists.
o Help ensure that key questions of being, doing, and becoming are placed in the context of historical and ongoing conversations in the humanities and science
| Required Qualifications | Basic clerical work (typing, lifting and carrying 20 lbs, filing). Preference will go toward a student graduating in 2019 or 2020 majoring in Religion, Philosophy, or Computer Science, who is self-motivated to explore the interfaces of theology, technology and ethics. Good written and oral communication skills, critical thinking skills, and proficient reading comprehension are a must. |
| Required Education | Must be enrolled as a student at Belmont University. Successful applicant will have completed at least three semesters of their undergraduate education. |
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