Research Intern

Research Intern

Job ID: 297270

Location: Kennesaw, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Job Summary

Performs work related to differential equations on fractals. This position is considered limited-term staff since it utilizes contingent funding, which is currently only secured from June 2026 through August 2026. Employment thereafter will be conditional based on the continued availability of funding.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and run computer simulations for research purposes
• Develop numerical methods for differential equations
• Determine eigenvalues and eigenfunctions for a fractal eigenvalue problem

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements: One (1) year of high school

Required Experience: None

Preferred Qualifications

Proficient with MS Office

Knowledge of advanced high-school level (or introductory university level) math

Knowledge of high-school level (or introductory university level) physics

Proposed Salary

The budget for this opening is $4,200.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES:

• Willingness to learn new computer skills
• Willingness to learn techniques in computational science
• Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

SKILLS:

• Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
• Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
• Strong attention to detail and follow up skills