Part-Time Student Graduate Research Assistant – John Deere

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Posted: 11.18.25

Part-Time Student Graduate Research Assistant – John Deere

About John Deere

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more… many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for the rapidly growing world is what John Deere is all about. And it’s why they’re investing in people and technology like never before! Here the world’s brightest minds are tackling the world’s biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, they’ll put you to work.

John Deere is a world leader in providing advanced products and services. It is committed to the success of customers whose work is linked to the land. John Deere continues to innovate through artificial intelligence, automation, and connectivity to help farmers sustainably feed our growing world.

The John Deere Technology Innovation Center (JDTIC) opened at Research Park in 2008 and has continued to focus on delivering customer-centered solutions from the corn production system through Focused Research and Accelerated Incubation. From engineering to information technology, John Deere’s team is dedicated to driving technology in an environment of collaboration and innovation.

About the Role

Primary Location: United States (US) – Illinois  – Champaign
Function: Technology (CA)
Title: Part-Time Student Graduate Research Assistant – Chicago, IL – Remote, USA – 116587
Onsite/Remote:Remote Position

The Part-Time Student Program is primarily designed to augment the Company’s regular full-time staff and is for students who work in parallel to their school schedule YEAR-ROUND.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the adoption of new quantum technologies
  • Publish in refereed conferences and journals
  • Create courses for workforce development and training
  • Write and obtain grants and proposals
  • Communicate and collaborate with university research labs and industry
  • Conduct and participate in workshops and trainings

Skills

  • Experience with grant and proposal writing
  • Experience with writing and publishing
  • Experience with quantum computing, quantum sensing, quantum embedding, AI and ML
  • Strong communication, high creativity, and excellent problem-solving skills
  • Ability to read, understand, and explain documentation and research papers
  • Excellent ability to learn and work on a team
  • Graduation date of May 2027 or later
  • GPA equal or higher than 2.8
  • Able to work (10 hours/week) during the academic year
  • Able to work (30-40 hours/week) during the summer semester
  • Pursuing a doctoral degree in any of the following:
    • Computer Engineering
    • Mathematics
    • Physics

Requirements

  • Deep understanding of quantum computing, quantum sensing and quantum embedding
  • A record of effective teaching and mentoring at the collegiate level
  • Demonstrate work in integrating quantum and classical simulations to solve complex optimization problems
  • Established record in acquiring grants
  • A strong publication record in high-quality journals

$15 – $40 hourly based on published rates for business function and education level

To apply, please use this link: https://go.illinois.edu/PartTimeStudentGraduateResearchAssistant