Geeks Research Assistant

Geeks Research Assistant

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The BKC Geeks are looking for a tech savvy student to work on the BKC Geek Team to help with IT and technology-related tasks at BKC .

Main tasks would include:

  • Assisting in the management of web applications (eg mediawiki, wordpress, drupal) and tools (eg, apache/nginx, openstack, postgres, mysql).
  • Helping consolidate and roll-up datasets for legacy BKC projects.
  • Working with projects to identify solutions for their technical needs.
  • Providing your expertise on technical systems around the BKC.

Depending on the candidate’s interests and skills, this position could potentially include:

  • Managing linux systems and server hardware.
  • Software development in python, php and/or ruby.
  • Working with projects using FAS RC or BKC Lambda systems.
  • Event and AV support.

About you:

  • Passionate, curious about all things technology.
  • Likes to find solutions to problems, automate repetitive tasks and debug complex systems.
  • Comfortable explaining a technical process to less technically proficient people.
  • Patient with both people, and inanimate objects.

To Apply:

Please apply by submitting a response to the Geek Team RA application form. The application form will ask for your current CV or resume and a cover letter summarizing your interest and experience. All applications will be considered on a rolling basis until filled.

Eligibility/Other information:

  • This position is currently hybrid (remote and in-person meetings are both possible, though with preference for in-person during the semester).
  • To be eligible for this position, you must be a currently enrolled student at Harvard University.
  • The time commitment would range between 5 - 10 hours per week, but with some flexibility.
  • The period of work would be through the rest of the academic year, with potential to carry on into the summer (depending on funding).
  • Unless otherwise noted, the hourly wage for the above positions is $21 per hour.
  • No other benefits are provided.
  • We do not have the ability to provide authorization to work in the U.S.
     
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