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Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.
With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.
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Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.
Location
Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA
Department Information
Electrical & Computer Engineering
Job Summary
The Student Assistant will support the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering as a Lab Assistant on the Statesboro Campus beginning Fall 2026.
Student employees cannot work more than 1300 hours in a 12-consecutive month period.
Responsibilities

• Attends all sessions of assigned lab during the semester
• Assists with lab set-up
• Monitors student use of equipment
• Helps students troubleshoot equipment and/or software issues
• Answers technical questions related to software and equipment during the lab session
• Provides technical support to students and assists faculty during lab sessions for one or more of the following Electrical and Computer Engineering courses:
  • ENGR 1731 Computing for Engineers
  • ENGR 1732 Program Design for Engineers
  • ENGR 2131 Electronics and Circuit Analysis
  • ENGR 2323 Digital Design Lab
  • ENGR 2341
    Introduction to Signal Processing with Lab
  • EENG 3241 Electric Machines w/Lab
  • EENG 3340 Microcontrollers with Lab
  • EENG 3341 Microelectronics with Lab
  • EENG 3345 Circuit Analysis II with Lab
  • EENG 5242 Power Systems Protection with Lab
  • EENG 5342 Computer Systems Design with Lab
  • EENG 5431 Control Systems with Lab
  • EENG 5540 Communication Systems with Lab
  • EENG 5543 Antennas and Wireless Propagation with Lab

Shift Specifics

• Up to 20 hours per week
• Flexible with schedule of availability

Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements

• Must be enrolled in six or more undergraduate credit hours or three or more graduate credit hours at Georgia Southern University.

Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Education

• Completion of 1 or more of the following ENGR/EENG courses:
  • ENGR 1731 Computing for Engineers
  • ENGR 1732 Program Design for Engineers
  • ENGR 2131 Electronics and Circuit Analysis
  • ENGR 2323 Digital Design Lab
  • ENGR 2341 Introduction to Signal Processing with Lab
  • EENG 3241 Electric Machines with Lab
  • EENG 3340 Microcontrollers with Lab
  • EENG 3341 Microelectronics with Lab
  • EENG 3345 Circuit Analysis II with Lab
  • EENG 5242 Power Systems Protection with Lab
  • EENG 5342 Computer Systems Design with Lab
  • EENG 5431 Control Systems with Lab
  • EENG 5540 Communication Systems with Lab
  • EENG 5543 Antennas and Wireless Propagation with Lab

Preferred Experience

• Tutoring Experience and/or Experiential Learning involving Hand-on Applications using Programming Software or Equipment used in the ENGR/EENG lab-based courses.

Proposed Salary
$15.00 per hour
This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.
Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Schedule of Availability
• List of ECE Courses taken

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date
September 30, 2026
Application review may begin as early as April 22, 2026.
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu .
For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu .
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Conditions of Employment
Offers for student employment may be contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.
Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.
Must be enrolled in six or more undergraduate or three or more graduate level credit hours at Georgia Southern University.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.
Other Information

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position is not required to drive.