What are the responsibilities and job description for the Undergraduate Research Assistant (URA) Cybersecurity - Dr. Ranganathan position at University of North Dakota?
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Department: CEM Research Institute
Undergraduate Research Assistant (URA) Cybersecurity - Dr. Ranganathan
- 499144
- Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
- Institutional Student
- Closing on: Oct 9 2026
Salary/Position Classification
- $20.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
- 5-10 hours per week
- 100% Remote Work Availability: No
- Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No
Purpose of Position
- This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist with cybersecurity research and laboratory experiments.
- Develop and test cyber defenses against adversarial threats.
- Perform vulnerability analysis and authorized penetration testing in research/testbed environments.
- Support cyber threat modeling, attack/defense simulations, and security analysis.
- Assist with AI/ML model development, training, testing, and evaluation for cybersecurity applications.
- Support programming, data collection, analysis, and visualization.
- Assist with technical documentation, research reports, presentations, and publications. Work with faculty, graduate students, and other researchers on C2SR projects.
Minimum Requirements
- Programming experience in Python, C/C , or related languages is preferred.
- Experience or interest in cybersecurity, networking, Linux, AI/ML, penetration testing, or embedded/OT systems is desirable.
- Students should have strong problem-solving skills and an interest in hands-on cybersecurity research.
- Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.
To Apply
For full consideration, applications must be received by the closing date and include the following materials:
- Resume
- Class Schedule
Please include in the application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with the University of North Dakota, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as how many hours you work a week.
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For full consideration, all application materials must be fully submitted by 11:55PM CST on the closing date. Student job openings are posted for a minimum of 3 business days.
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Veteran’s Preference
Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability.
Confidentiality of Application Materials
Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.
EEO Statement
The University of North Dakota is an equal opportunity employer (veteran/disability). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin (including shared ancestry/ethnicity), religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, genetic information, marital or parental status, veteran's status, or other protected characteristic. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Clery Statement
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Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Retirement PlanSalary : $20