Temporary Researcher

Posting Number:

20260045T

Position Title:

Temporary Researcher

Position Type:

Temp/Intern

Location:

Villanova, PA

Work Schedule:

temporary

Approximate Number of Hours per Week

5-10 Hours per Week

Department:

098-EGR Endowed Chairs Supplemental

Position Summary:

***Why work at Villanova?***Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University’s founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.Villanova has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 “Best Colleges” rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward momentum.Villanova’s most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide data analysis and oversight assistance on the campus monitoring project.
• Contribute to the dissemination of research findings through academic publications, presentations, and community outreach.
• Contribute to and assist on special projects including data analysis and publication.
• Perform other duties and assist with projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Formal Education:

• PhD in water resources engineering, civil engineering or a related field.

Work Experience:

• 1 year experience in civil engineering or a related field.

Work Skills (e.g., written and verbal communication skills):

• Highly motivated with strong written and oral communication skills
• Must be able to work independently and communicate proactively

Specific Job Knowledge (e.g.; knowledge of principles and procedures related to field and area):

• Understand hydrologic and water quality data and analysis techniques
• Skills working interdisciplinarily.

Equipment Knowledge:

• Must be comfortable working on a computer
• Standard office equipment

Preferred Qualifications:

Work Skills (e.g., written and verbal communication skills):

• Good organizational skills.

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:

Tools, machinery and equipment used:

• Computational modeling; must be comfortable working on a computer.

Special Message to Applicants:

Please submit your application at: http://jobs.villanova.edu:

Application packages must include:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Academic Transcripts
• Names and contact information of three references

EEO Statement

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University’s mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Posting Date:

09/16/2026

Closing Date (11:59pm ET):

Salary Posting Information:

$34.67 per hour.

Job Classification:

non-exempt