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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for computer science research assistant in Shawnee, OK is $19.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $22.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Computer Science Research Assistant supports professors or researchers in conducting experiments, analyzing data, and developing software or algorithms. They may assist with literature reviews, coding, debugging, or testing to advance research projects. The role often involves working with programming languages, machine learning, cybersecurity, or other specialized topics. It provides valuable experience for students or professionals looking to deepen their knowledge in the field.

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As a Computer Science Research Assistant, your daily responsibilities often include assisting with data collection and analysis, developing or testing software prototypes, conducting literature reviews, and helping prepare reports or presentations for research findings. You may also collaborate closely with faculty, graduate students, or industry partners, contributing to coding tasks, experimental setups, and troubleshooting technical issues as they arise. The role frequently involves both independent problem-solving and teamwork, providing a supportive environment to deepen technical skills and gain hands-on research experience. This position is an excellent opportunity to develop your research portfolio, learn advanced computing concepts, and prepare for potential graduate study or specialized tech careers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a computer science research assistant?

To thrive as a Computer Science Research Assistant, you need strong analytical skills, proficiency in programming languages (such as Python, Java, or C++), and a solid understanding of algorithms and data structures, usually evidenced by coursework or a relevant degree. Familiarity with research tools, version control systems (like Git), and possibly certifications in data analysis or machine learning are advantageous. Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective written and verbal communication help individuals excel when collaborating on research projects. These competencies enable you to support rigorous research, contribute to innovative solutions, and work efficiently as part of an academic or industry research team.

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Network and Computer Systems Administrator: Systems Administrator - Aerospace Medical Research (A...

ProSidian Consulting

Oklahoma City, OK โ€ข On-site

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago


Job description

Company Description

ProSidian is a Management and Operations Consulting Services Firm focusing on providing value to clients through tailored solutions based on industry leading practices.ย  ProSidian services focus on the broad spectrum of Risk Management, Compliance, Business Process, IT Effectiveness, Energy & Sustainability, and Talent Management.ย  We help forward thinking clients solve problems and improve operations.ย 

Launched by former Big 4 Management Consultants; our multidisciplinary teams bring together the talents of nearly 190 professionals globally to complete a wide variety of engagements for Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies of all sizes.ย  Our Services are deployed across the enterprise, target drivers of economic profit (growth, margin and efficiency), and are aligned at the intersections of assets, processes, policies and people delivering value.ย 

ProSidian clients represent a broad spectrum of industries to include but are not limited to Energy, Manufacturing, Chemical, Retail, Healthcare, Telecommunications, Hospitality, Pharmaceuticals, Banking & Financial Services, Transportation, Federal and State Government Agencies.ย  Learn More About ProSidian Consulting at www.ProSidian.com.

Job Description

ProSidian Seeks a Network and Computer Systems Administrator: Systems Administrator - Aerospace Medical Research (AMR12) headquartered near CONUS - Oklahoma City, OK to support requirements for Aerospace and Defense Sector Clients.ย 

This CONUS - Oklahoma City, OK | Network and Computer Systems Administrator: Systems Administrator - Aerospace Medical Research (AMR12) Contract Contingent position currently best aligns with the Network and Computer Systems Administrator: Systems Administrator Labor Category. Ideal candidates exhibit the ability to visualize, analyze, and convert data and experiences to meet performance challenges while confidently engaging in productive "Jugaad" and dialogue targeting mission success.ย  ProSidian Team Members work to provide Gov't. - Federal (USA) Sector related Human Capital Solutions for Aerospace Medical Research and Technical Support Servicesย  on behalf of The Civil Aerospace Medical Institute (CAMI).

Network and Computer Systems Administrator: Systems Administrator - Aerospace Medical Research (AMR12) Candidates shall work to support requirements forย  (Aerospace Medical Research Services) and shall work as part of a team in support of Aerospace Medical Research efforts.ย  The candidate will complete tasks and activities contributing to deliverables and core mission functions in the Aerospace Medical Research space.

Must perform work as required by the Knowledge Management team, with typical tasks such as:

- Assist under minimal direction in administering and maintaining servers, software, and networks comprising local knowledge management system.

- Assist in monitoring system security, updating and installing security patches and software as necessary, assist in responding to periodic system security assessments.ย 

- Respond to customer service requests by analyzing and resolving the indicated problem or problems.

- Maintain the ability of users/customers to securely access databases and software.ย 

- Monitor current security regulations and orders for changes or revisions, initiate the necessary revisions to applicable SOPs under direction.

- Troubleshoot and resolve network-related problems identified by customers or other stakeholders. Assist in administering a high-performance Linux computing system and network-attached storage.

- Assist in performing system and software backups and updates.ย 

- Assist in identifying, testing, recommending, and installing new software as requested by users or management.ย 

- Administer the CAMI High Performance Computer, including cluster and node management, performing system and software backups and updates, integration with HPC contract support, and maintenance of network connectivity of users.

- Assist AAM-600 government employees and contractors in use of the High Performance Computer, including: training in proper use and writing documentation (e.g., systems requirements, configuration management, user's guidance), identifying, testing, recommending, and installing new software as requested by users or management.

- Assist Knowledge Management team, upon request, in system updates and maintenance of Research Computers, including computers with both Windows and Linux operating systems.

- Maintain the ability of customers to securely access databases and software located on the HPC system. This will sometimes require serving as a POC for projects updating infrastructure, networks, and connectivity affecting AAM-600.

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Qualifications

- B.S. or higher in System Administration, Computer Science, or related field plus at least two years of experience administering secure, onsite systems and networks including troubleshooting and resolving problems with those systems-

ORย ย 

High school diploma plus at least six years of experience administering secure, onsite systems and networks including troubleshooting and resolving problems with those systems.

- Two years of experience in assessing and maintaining system security, network security, and authorized user accessibility in accordance with FAA order 1370.121 or similar regulations. Additionally, two years of experience in implementing new system and network security requirements.

- Two years of experience working productively in a team environment, meeting deadlines, and responding to requests according to defined schedule.

- Two years of experience with Microsoft Windows Server OS.ย 

- Ability to test and maintain software.

- Minimum 2 years of experience as system or network administrator.

- Problem solving ability allowing applicant to examine, troubleshoot, and solveย  issues related to job duties with little to no assistance and one year of experience resolving computer user service requests.

- Must have 1 year of experience with teamwork and interpersonal communication, including interaction with team members, users/customers with varying levels of expertise, and management personnel.

- Experience working in Linux operating systems.

- Experience with configuration management including implementing new system, network, and/or database security requirements

- Experience administering a multi-node Linux HPC system, including 1 year of experience operating cluster management software

ย U.S.ย  Citizenship Required - You must be a United States Citizen

Excellent oral and written communication skills (This employer participates in the e-Verify program)

Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)

All ProSidian staff must be determined eligible for a "Facility Access Authorization" (also referred to as an "Employment Authorization") by the USG's designated Security Office.

Other Requirements and Conditions of Employment Apply

May be required to complete a Financial Disclosure Statement

Must be able to submit to and qualify for varying levels of background investigative requirements, up to a Top Secret or "Q" clearance.

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Additional Information

As a condition of employment, all employees are required to fulfill all requirements of the roles for which they are employed; establish, manage, pursue, and fulfill annual goals and objectives with at least three (3) Goals for each of the firms Eight Prosidian Global Competencies [1 - Personal Effectiveness | 2 - Continuous Learning | 3 - Leadership | 4 - Client Service | 5 - Business Management | 6 - Business Development | 7 - Technical Expertise | 8 - Innovation & Knowledge Sharing (Thought Leadership)]; and to support all business development and other efforts on behalf of ProSidian Consulting.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Teamwork - ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader


Leadership - ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives


Business Acumen - understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people


Communication - ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing


Motivation - persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions


Agility - ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams


Judgment - exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications


Organization - ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks
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OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Business Tools -ย ย understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.


Commitment - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the biggest challenges across private, public and social sectors


Curiosity - the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together
Humility - exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work where skills have impact and make a difference


Willingness - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroom

BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS

ProSidian Employee Benefits and Highlights: Your good health and well-being are important to ProSidian Consulting. At ProSidian, we invest in our employees to help them stay healthy and achieve work-life balance. That's why we are also pleased to offer the Employee Benefits Program, designed to promote your health and personal welfare. Our growing list of benefits currently include the following for Full Time Employees:

Competitive Compensation: Pay range begins in the competitive ranges with Group Health Benefits, Pre-tax Employee Benefits, and Performance Incentives. For medical and dental benefits, the Company contributes a fixed dollar amount each month towards the plan you elect. Contributions are deducted on a Pre-tax basis.


Group Medical Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian partners with BC/BS, to offer a range of medical plans, including high-deductible health plans or PPOs. ||| Group Dental Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian dental carriers - Delta, Aetna, Guardian, and MetLife.
Group Vision Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian offers high/low vision plans through 2 carriers: Aetna and VSP.


401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans help you save for your retirement for eligible employees. A range of investment options are available with a personal financial planner to assist you. The Plan is a pre-tax Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.


Vacation and Paid Time-Off (PTO) Benefits: Eligible employees use PTO for vacation, a doctor's appointment, or any number of events in your life. Currently these benefits include Vacation/Sick days - 2 weeks/3 days | Holidays - 10 ProSidian and Government Days are given.


Pre-Tax Payment Programs: Pre-Tax Payment Programs currently exist in the form of a Premium Only Plan (POP). These Plans offer a full Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and a tax benefit for eligible employees.


Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans: We want you to achieve financial success. We offer a Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan through The Corporate Perks Benefit Program. This provides special discounts for eligible employees on products and services you buy on a daily basis.


Security Clearance: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements there are Security Clearance requirements for Engagement Teams handling sensitive Engagements in the Federal Marketplace. A Security Clearance is a valued asset in your professional portfolio and adds to your credentials.


ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program: ProSidian Consulting will pay up to 5k for all referrals employed for 90 days for candidates submitted through our Referral Program.


Performance Incentives: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements there are performance incentives associated with each new client that each employee works to pursue and support.


Flexible Spending Account: FSAsย ย help you pay for eligible out-of-pocket health care and dependent day care expenses on a pre-tax basis. You determine your projected expenses for the Plan Year and then elect to set aside a portion of each paycheck into your FSA.
Supplemental Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance: If you want extra protection for yourself and your eligible dependents, you have the option to elect supplemental life insurance. D&D covers death or dismemberment from an accident only.
Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance: Disability insurance plans are designed to provide income protection while you recover from a disability.

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About ProSidian Consulting

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ProSidian is a management and operations consulting firm with a reputation for its strong national practice spanning six solution areas including Risk Management, Energy & Sustainability, Compliance, Business Process, IT Effectiveness, and Talent Management. We help clients improve their operations. Linking strategy to execution, ProSidian assists client leaders in maximizing company return on investment capital through design and execution of operations core to delivering value to customers. Visit www.ProSidian.com or follow the company on Twitter at www.twitter.com/ProSidianfor more information.

Industry

Business schools and computer and management training

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Charlotte, NC, US

Year founded

2004

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