- Location
- Braun Hall, United States of America
- Type
- Part-time
- Department
- Education
- Seniority
- Entry
- Education
- Master
- Source
- Workday
Description
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Graduate Research Assistant (2)
School of Business and Enterprise
Position Overview
The School of Business and Enterprise seeks a motivated graduate student to serve as a Research Assistant supporting faculty research initiatives. This position offers valuable hands-on experience in business research methodologies, data analysis, and academic scholarship while contributing to cutting-edge research in business.
Key Responsibilities
Literature Review and Research
Conduct comprehensive literature reviews across business and enterprise topics
Identify, evaluate, and synthesize relevant academic sources and industry publications
Maintain organized repository of research materials and citations
Stay current with emerging trends and developments in assigned research areas
Data Analysis and Statistics
Perform statistical analysis using software packages such as SPSS, R, Stata, or Excel
Clean, organize, and prepare datasets for analysis
Conduct descriptive and inferential statistical analyses
Create data visualizations, charts, and graphs to present findings
Validate data accuracy and identify potential analytical issues
Research Support
Assist faculty with ongoing research projects and grant-funded studies
Collect primary and secondary data from various sources
Prepare research summaries, reports, and presentations
Support manuscript preparation for academic journals and conferences
Required Qualifications
Currently enrolled in the MBA program
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
Basic knowledge of statistical software (SPSS, R, Stata, or similar)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Attention to detail and ability to work independently
Time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
Preferred Qualifications
Previous research experience in academic or professional settings
Coursework in research methods, statistics, or econometrics
Experience with survey design and data collection
Familiarity with bibliographic management software (EndNote, Zotero, Mendeley)
Knowledge of qualitative research methods
Background in business analytics or data science
Skills and Competencies
Strong organizational and project management abilities
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Adaptability to changing research priorities and methodologies
Ethical understanding of research practices and data confidentiality
Initiative and problem-solving capabilities
Cultural sensitivity and awareness in research contexts
Time Commitment
10 hours per week - schedule flexible around candidate’s academic schedule
All employees must first contact their current manager before applying for an Internal position.
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