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University of Hawaii

Lecturer (History)

Honolulu, HI · On-site

Advanced to candidacy (ABD) status as PhD student in History (or closely related field). Desirable ... For more information, visit: Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility ...

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As of Jul 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for visiting phd student in the United States is $16.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Visiting PhD Students?

Visiting PhD Students are doctoral candidates who temporarily join a different university or research institution from their home institution to conduct research, collaborate with experts, or access specialized facilities. Their stay can range from a few months to a year or more, depending on the arrangement between the two institutions. These opportunities help students broaden their academic experience, build professional networks, and advance their research projects.

What are some common challenges Visiting PhD Students face when adapting to a new research environment?

Visiting PhD Students often encounter challenges such as adjusting to different academic cultures, research methodologies, and communication styles within their host institution. Building rapport with new colleagues and supervisors can take time, and understanding local administrative processes or resource availability may require extra effort. However, these experiences can foster professional growth, expand your research network, and provide valuable perspectives for your dissertation work. Being proactive in seeking guidance and participating in group meetings can help ease the transition and maximize your time as a visiting researcher.

What is the difference between Visiting Phd Student vs Research Assistant?

AspectVisiting Phd StudentResearch Assistant
CredentialsEnrolled PhD student, often from another institutionTypically holds a bachelor's or master's degree, sometimes pursuing a PhD
Work EnvironmentAcademic labs, university settings, research projectsResearch labs, academic or industry settings, assisting with experiments
Employer/Industry UsageUniversities, research institutesUniversities, research organizations, industry R&D

In summary, a Visiting Phd Student is an enrolled doctoral candidate temporarily working at a host institution, focusing on their own research. A Research Assistant usually holds a degree and supports research activities, often assisting with experiments and data collection. Both roles are common in academic research but differ mainly in their credentials and primary responsibilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Visiting PhD Student, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Visiting PhD Student, you need advanced research skills in your field, a strong academic background—often demonstrated by progress in a doctoral program—and familiarity with scholarly methodologies. Proficiency with data analysis software, academic databases, and citation management tools is often required. Strong communication, adaptability, and networking abilities help build collaborations and integrate into a new academic environment. These skills and qualities are vital for contributing effectively to research projects, maximizing the exchange of knowledge, and advancing your doctoral studies.
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Metallic Internship Coordinator

Metallic Internship Coordinator

Argonne National Laboratory

Lemont, IL

$60K - $94K/yr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Argonne National Laboratory is a U.S. Department of Energy national laboratory conducting world-class research to address the nation's energy, environmental, and security challenges. The University Student Program Team within Institutional Partnerships supports the development of the next generation STEM workforce through work-based learning experiences for over 1,200 undergraduate and graduate students annually.


We invite you to apply for the METALLIC Internship Coordinator position. In this position, you will be responsible for coordinating the operational and logistics aspects of a brand-new METALLIC internship program as defined by the larger METALLIC initiative.


Responsibilities Include:

  • Design and deliver work-base learning programs for undergraduate, Masters and PhD students, and lead participant recruitment and tracking, coordinate with other national laboratories to ensure a seamless experience.

  • Organize and coordinate all aspects of the METALLIC internship program for undergraduate, master's, and PhD student experiences. Assist with onboarding, orientation, cohort activities for program participants, scheduling, tracking deliverables, and ensuring program activities align with METALLIC's goals.

  • Act as a resource for students, helping them navigate their learning experience and connect with mentors.

  • Assist in the hands-on creation of student experiences that will include skill development at the national labs, industry and higher education institutions.

  • Support recruitment efforts to attract students from regional and national academic institutions.

  • Help maintain relationships with other METALLIC labs and strategic university partners by coordinating cross-lab collaborations and industry engagement activities and providing logistical support for visits to other labs and industry sites for program participants.

  • Help track program metrics, such as participant counts, deliverables, and feedback summaries; and prepare quarterly updates and annual summaries for program reporting.

  • This hybrid position requires on-site presence a minimum of 2-3 days per week.

Position Requirements

  • PA2: A Bachelor's degree, preferably in a STEM field (e.g., Physical Sciences, Engineering, or Biology) or a related field (e.g., Education, Communications) with a minimum of 2+ years of professional experience in program coordination, educational program support, or a related role within a research, academic, or STEM-focused environment.

  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

  • Knowledge of and experience in coordinating programs for university students and proficiency in data tracking and reporting tools.

  • Experience with coordinating programs, participant recruitment, outreach, or student services in a higher educational or research setting.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage and support diverse participant populations.

  • Proficiency in using online application systems, cloud-based collaborative tools, and Microsoft Office.

  • Department priorities include leveraging AI capabilities to increase efficiencies; AI experience a plus but not required.

  • Demonstrated experience of working within a high-functioning matrixed team and within a dynamic environment managing multiple deadlines.

  • Ability to participate in occasional evening and weekend programming.

  • Ability to model Argonne's Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.

  • Familiarity with the critical minerals and materials (CMM) supply chain or related industries is a plus.

  • Formal and informal teaching experience not required but a plus.

Job Family

Professional Administrative (PA)

Job Profile

Education Outreach 2

Worker Type

Regular

Time Type

Full timeThe expected hiring range for this position is $60,750.00 - $94,770.00.

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.

Click here to view Argonne employee benefits!

As an equal employment opportunity employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. Argonne encourages everyone to apply for employment. Argonne is committed to nondiscrimination and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.

Argonne employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation in the application phase for review by Argonne's Legal Department.

All Argonne offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history conducted on an individualized and case-by-case basis. Please be advised that Argonne positions require upon hire (or may require in the future) for the individual be to obtain a government access authorization that involves additional background check requirements. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.

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