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Title: GIS Lab Assistant

Position Type: Student

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 21R000 - Science, Tech, Engineering & Math

Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Hours Per Week: 20

Additional Schedule Details: Fall 2025

Posted Salary Grade: Minimum $8.00/hour

Contact Person: Kelly Watson

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Department of PG&A is seeking a student worker to assist with GIS-related tasks that support teaching, research, and outreach. This position offers hands-on experience with spatial data management and mapping in a professional setting. Responsibilities include organizing and maintaining GIS datasets, creating and editing maps under faculty guidance, and assisting with data analysis and visualization for ongoing projects. Students will gain experience using industry-standard software such as ArcGIS Pro and related geospatial tools.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Must be enrolled at EKU

Preferred Qualifications:

Students earning the University Certificate in GIS with demonstrated GIS coursework or skills are encouraged to apply.

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Open Until Filled: No

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.