Graduate Assistant - Research Assistant

Job Title: Graduate Assistant - Research Assistant
Location: Middle GA State University
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 292964
About Us

Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation program, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.

Job Summary The Graduate Assistant (GA) provides support to departments, programs, or faculty through research, teaching, or professional activity. This role offers experience related to the student¿s field of study while contributing to the University¿s academic and operational mission.

Responsibilities

Graduate Research Assistant (GRA)
Conducting literature reviews and data collection.
Running experiments, simulations, or fieldwork.
Assisting with data entry, analysis, and interpretation.
Helping prepare manuscripts, reports, or conference presentations.
Supporting grant applications and progress reports.

Graduate Professional Assistant (GPA)
Providing support in academic or administrative offices (e.g., Graduate School, Advising, Libraries, Student Affairs).
Coordinating events, workshops, or outreach programs.
Managing records, databases, or communications (newsletters, social media).
Advising or mentoring undergraduate students in academic or student success programs.

General Expectations of Duties for All Graduate Assistants
Assists with projects, programs, or services that support the University¿s mission.
Contributes to the daily operations of the assigned department or unit.
Completes tasks and assignments as directed by supervisors in a timely and professional manner.
Maintains effective communication and collaboration with faculty, staff, and students.
Upholds University policies, confidentiality standards, and professional conduct expectations.
Engages in opportunities for professional growth that complement graduate study.

Required Qualifications

• Must be fully admitted to graduate program at Middle Georgia State University with Regular Admission Status as identified by the Graduate School in the initial acceptance letter.
• For each semester of an assistantship, a student must provide proof of insurance and register for a minimum of six hours of graduate course work leading to a Masters or Doctoral degree.
• A graduate assistant must also maintain at least a 3.0 GPA and may not have received less than a ¿B¿ in any previous graduate course prior to an application for an assistantship.
• Note: Graduate teaching assistants will need 18 hours of 5000-level credit or above in the area of instruction.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of general professional and academic practices related to graduate-level study.
Skill in organizing work, managing time, and meeting deadlines.
Skill in written and verbal communication.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage time effectively, and complete tasks with professionalism.
Ability to work effectively with all students, faculty, and staff.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
Ability to learn and apply policies, procedures, and technologies relevant to the assigned role.
Computer literacy and familiarity with office software

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent: CORE VALUES: Stewardship - Engagement - Adaptability - Learning

Equal Employment Opportunity

Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of the Middle Georgia State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Middle Georgia State University Office of Human Resources at 478.471.2010. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.

Background Check

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.