Research Assistantship in Academic Affairs

TO APPLY:  

In order to be considered for this position please submit 1) resume; 2) cover letter; and 3) unofficial transcripts to: carrie.miller@mnsu.edu. 

APPLICATION CLOSE DATE: December 19, 2024

POSITION START DATE: January 12, 2025

RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DESCRIPTION: 

Works with the Director of Assessment and Accreditation and the Director of Curriculum Management to provide faculty and staff training on the use of our assessment software platform, build documentation on the use of the tool, provide administrative and organizational support around the annual assessment process, assist with proofing the academic catalogs, and other duties as assigned. This position will work remotely but the candidate must reside in the state of Minnesota for the duration of the appointment. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• A Bachelor's Degree
• Proficient level of technical skills, e.g. MS Office 365, Desire2Learn, video/audio recording and posting to the web.
• Strong writing skills.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Computer and internet connection required.
• Admitted to a Minnesota State University, Mankato graduate program by start date.
• Enrolled in a minimum of six (6) graduate credits per semester during assistantship, and in good academic standing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Preference is given to students pursuing a degree in the field of Education, Technical Communication, or Psychology.
• Editing experience.
• Availability to continue assistantship into 2025-2026 academic year (contingent upon job performance & funding).
• Experience with screen and lecture capture, video meetings, collaboration software and other online teaching resources.
• Strong professional communication, work skills, organization and responsiveness.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.  

SALARY/STIPEND: Up to $10,000 plus tuition stipends, dependent upon availability of funds, period of appointment and assignment.  Appointments made after the tenth day of classes are not eligible for tuition waiver.  

RELATED INFORMATION: 

Graduate assistants are required to enroll for a minimum of six credits per semester at the graduate level.  GAs that are hired with a summer appointment must be enrolled for at least one graduate credit.   The initial appointment will be made from the pool of applicants available. If a vacancy occurs during the academic year, all applications, including those in the original pool and those received after the initial review date, will be considered. All applications in the pool become inactive on July 1, 2025. Contingent on satisfactory performance and available funding, there is a possibility that this appointment may be continued beyond the initial period of employment. Additional information about graduate assistantships at Minnesota State Mankato and application are available at: http://grad.mnsu.edu/. 

Minnesota State System policy requires that graduate assistants must reside within the State of Minnesota for the duration of their appointment. 

Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at www.mnsu.edu. 

CONTACT 

Carrie Miller, Director of Assessment and Accreditation 

Academic Affairs  

Minnesota State University, Mankato 

WA 315  

Mankato, MN 56001 

Phone: 507-389-1531  

TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711 

Email: carrie.miller@mnsu.edu

NOTICE:  

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Minnesota State University, Mankato has a long-standing commitment to diversity and is actively seeking to nurture and enrich its underrepresented communities. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. Requests for reasonable accommodation of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the Office of Human Resources, 507-389-2015 (V), 800-627-3529 or 711 (MRS/TTY). This vacancy notice is available in an alternative format upon request. Minnesota State University, Mankato is an affirmative action/equal opportunity University and is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System.