Graduate Research Assistant (Student)

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School of Public Affairs

Time Type:

Part time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Summary:

The Graduate Research Assistant will support SPA Dean Jacknowitz and operations by conducting targeted research and identifying data that can inform departmental planning and benchmarking. The student will work approximately 5 - 7 hours per week and compile research findings into organized Excel and/or Word documents.

 

Essential Functions:

• Conduct research on peer institutions and academic programs.

• Research and compile comparative information for selected peer institutions.

• Research how other public policy schools structure and related student services.

• Identify, collect, and organize data and institutional information relevant to SPA operations.

• Compile research findings into clear, organized Excel spreadsheets and/or Word documents.

• Perform other related research assignments as directed by the supervisor.

 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Part-time.

• 5 - 7 hours per week.

Salary Range:

• $20.00 per hour.

Required Education and Experience:

• Must be currently enrolled as a graduate student at American University.

• Strong research and information-gathering skills.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to analyze and synthesize information from multiple sources.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.

• Strong written communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage assignments within a limited weekly schedule.

 

Preferred Education and Experience:

• No prior professional work experience required.

• Experience conducting academic, institutional, or comparative research is preferred.

• All AU students are eligible to apply for this position, with a preference for those students with a Federal Work Study award.

Other Details

• This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Current American University Employees

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