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Title: Graduate Assistant for Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Environment

Position Type: Graduate Assistant

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 21R000 - Science, Tech, Engineering & Math

Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

Hours Per Week: 20

Additional Schedule Details: Fall 2025

Retirement:   None 

Contact Person: Stephen Richter

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The EKU Institute of Agriculture, Natural Resources, and the Environment is seeking 2 Graduate Assistants for the 2025-2026 academic year.

The successful candidate(s) will work under the supervision of institute faculty members on professional development and career advancement opportunities within the scope of their academic field. Roles and responsibilities under this category may include, but are not limited to, program development/outreach; creating digital/print materials and guides; serving on various committees as a student representative.

Candidates must meet the eligibility requirements of the EKU Graduate School Assistantship program in order to be considered, including but not limited to full-time enrollment with the EKU Graduate School and being in good academic standing. Candidates must have at least a bachelor’s degree from a nationally recognized accredited institution.

Graduate Assistantships are renewable on a semester-to-semester basis, dependent upon the resources/needs of the University.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Candidates must have at least a bachelor’s degree from a nationally recognized accredited institution.

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions: Candidates must meet the eligibility requirements of the EKU Graduate School Assistantship program in order to be considered, including but not limited to full-time enrollment with the EKU Graduate School and being in good academic standing.

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.