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Title: Graduate Assistant Research

Position Type: Graduate Assistant

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 23R000 - College of Ed & Appl Human Sciences

Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

FLSA: Exempt 

Hours Per Week: 20

Additional Schedule Details: Fall 2026

Contact Person: Rita Land

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The School of Education has openings for highly motivated and detail-oriented Graduate Assistants (GAs) to support key administrative, communication, programmatic functions, and research within the school. They will mainly be assigned to work with specific staff or faculty members which includes the Professional Education Services, however, they can be assigned to assist others with ongoing projects and daily operations as needed. These are on-campus positions!

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• Full-time Graduate Student (registered for 9 graduate hours or more) at EKU
• Minimum GPA 3.0 or higher
• Clear or provisional admission to a degree-seeking program (Certs and non-degree do not qualify)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong research skills
• Punctual
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) and database management
• Ability to manage time effectively and handle multiple responsibilities using high level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail

Job Duties:

60% - Support data collection and reporting initiatives related to research administration, provide administrative support such as research and maintaining digital records
15% - Participate in special projects and strategic initiatives aligned with the School of Education mission
25% - Assist in the coordination and promotion of the School of Education events, orientations, workshops, and ceremonies

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Open Until Filled: No

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.