Research Assistant

Overview

The Research Assistant for the UNH Space Science Center (SSC) and 410 Research Laboratory will develop visualizations of satellite data, implement interactive laboratories based on classroom material, perform outreach activities, design VR objects / assets / spaces, and gather user statistics for virtual reality applications. This project includes a public outreach component and supports NASA press releases. The Research Assistant will collaborate with local K-12 schools and with the NASA Science Visualization Studio (SVS) to create visualizations for press release articles regarding the Magnetospheric Multiscale (MMS) mission.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Design VR environments in Unity to create interactive laboratory activities for educational material that traditionally does not have a laboratory component
• Create visualizations of 3D datasets gathered from satellites
• Translate physical concepts and Python scripts into Virtual Reality graphics and interactions
• Bring the VR environment to local classrooms for demonstrations and show-and-tells

Applicant Instructions

Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the Resume / Cover Letter section of your application :

About UNH

The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast. The University promotes a dynamic learning environment that values diversity and inclusiveness across campus communities.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity / Equal Access employer. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

Location : Durham

Salary Grade : Adjunct Hourly Staff 00

Job Details

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