eForensics Developer Student Technology Assistant
About This Job
Liberal Arts Instructional Technology Services (LAITS) is interviewing UT students who want to gain specialized practical lab experience in the field of Forensic Anthropology and 3D Imaging. As eForensics Developer Student Technology Assistant (STA), students learn how to create, customize, and maintain 3D scans of high value materials including bones and artifacts for publication on eForensics.info. Students are expected to write and record documentation for processes while learning best practices for digitizing and amending digital images.
**This position is offered on a semester basis**
Work Environment
On Campus
Required skills:
Completion of advanced course in Human Osteology and at least 1 semester experience in the BioAnthropology Imaging Lab. Applicants must be able to demonstrate sensitivity when working with osteological materials. Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word, Box, and Google sheets.
Preferred skills:
At least one field school experience within the last year, and experience following professional policies while handling high value materials; experience with 3D visualization software such as MeshLab, Scan Studio, or Avizo. Basic knowledge of Blender, Maya, or other 3D animation software. Deeper understanding of the required skills.
Research indicates that applicants may be hesitant to apply for positions if they do not meet all the required and preferred qualifications. We want to emphasize that although experience in certain areas is desirable, candidates who meet the required qualifications, demonstrate excellent promise, and an eagerness to learn are encouraged to apply and will be given serious consideration.
General Job Duties
During their time as student employees with LAITS, an eForensics Developer STAs:
· participate in continuous skills development programs.
· Digitize and catalog osteological materials
· Create 3D graphics and notations for web publication
· Assist with development of forensic and osteology educational content
· learn how to use and design in various content management systems like WordPress.
· create written documentation for processes which help others to in digitizing materials
eForensics Developer STAs are given specific technical consultation, training, and production responsibilities for:
· 3D Digital Scanning
· Introduction to 3D imaging software
· Curation of osteology and high value materials
· Web design updates
· Process documentation
· Digital photo editing
General Expectations and Qualifications
- undergo an initial orientation program
- learn skills on the job and are highly receptive to training and instruction
- have some experience with photography
- have a strong background or interest in the biological or physical sciences, museum studies, or visual arts
- are able to work efficiently independently and in groups equally well
- are highly self-motivated and proactive to seek out and complete projects
- are reliable, and have schedules enabling them to work alongside staff 12-19 hrs a week Monday through Friday
- To be eligible for this position students must meet the minimum registration requirements:
- Undergrads: https://hr.utexas.edu/sites/hr.utexas.edu/files/student_enrollment_requirements.pdf
- Graduate Students: https://gradschool.utexas.edu/finances/student-employment/conditions
Career Competencies Gained
• Communicate in a clear and organized manner so that others can effectively understand
• Make decisions and solve problems using sound, inclusive reasoning and judgment
• Act equitably with integrity and accountability to self, others, and the organization
• Manipulate information, construct ideas, and use technology to achieve strategic goals
Student Technology Assistants within Liberal Arts ITS
At the heart of the Student Technology Assistants program are energetic, talented, tech-savvy UT students – known around the college as STA’s -- who help incorporate digital technology into teaching and research. For more than a decade, students, faculty, and professional staff have collaborated to establish a new kind of educational experience at UT; creating a new digital landscape in higher education along the way.
LAITS staff work with STA's to support faculty, staff, programmers, graphic artists, web designers, audio engineers, video specialists, project managers, on a wide range of technology projects for UT and clients world-wide. LAITS staff enjoy working with and mentoring student employees who are highly receptive to instruction and constructive critique, who are self-motivated to learn, and who enjoy contributing their knowledge and skills with others in a positive working environment.