Graduate College Assistantship Positions

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Graduate Assistant for Graduate Writing (Filled)
Graduate College Research, Excellence and Leadership Graduate Assistant (Unavailable)
Graduate Assistant for Graduate Professional and Community Development (Unavailable)
Graduate Assistant for NISG Director of Graduate Life (Unavailable)

Graduate Assistant for Graduate Writing

Full-Time Assistantship (20 hours per week)

Description

Primary Responsibilities:

Offer writing support and peer mentorship for graduate students
Assist students via Zoom or other electronic means and during in person appointments
Help run writing and professional development workshops, graduate research experiences (such as 3MT competition, student conferences, etc.), recruitment fairs and events, and other related activities
Answer questions related to the thesis/dissertation process at UNI and assist the Reviewer with the submission process
Produce written content, edit materials, and other support for Graduate College publications; such as newsletters, websites, brochures / print materials, and handbooks
Highlight and elevate the work of the Graduate College and UNI graduate community through data collection, marketing, communication initiatives, and other means
Assist with writing and editing content for web
Aid in the implementation of Graduate College initiatives
Additional projects to assist the Graduate College with recruitment and retention of students as needed

Terms of Employment

Terms of Employment:

For the fall semester: 20 hours per week, beginning August 21, 2023 and ending December 15, 2023. These dates might vary upon approval of the academic calendar.
For the spring semester: 20 hours per week, beginning January 16, 2024 and ending May 10, 2024. These dates might vary upon approval of the academic calendar.

Compensation

Graduate Assistantship salary is $5,558.00 for a full-time Assistantship per semester and may be prorated depending on start date.
Graduate Assistants may qualify for in-state tuition and fees.
Graduate Assistants may receive University holidays and do not work during the interims between semesters.
For more information on the Graduate Assistantship System and procedures review the GA Frequently Asked Questions Page.

General Qualifications

Must be a full-time, degree-seeking student in a UNI's graduate program
Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00. First semester graduate students must have an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.00
Have an official transcript on file in the Office of Admissions
Be regularly admitted without provisions to degree status in a graduate degree program
Must meet UNI's HRS employment eligibility.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong writing, research, and communication skills
Tutoring and peer mentoring experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Basic knowledge of Drupal /web platforms
Basic video production skills
Additional preferred software: Adobe Creative Suite, LaTeX, citation managers.

Application Details

To apply, submit the Assistantship application form and attach: a resume, 3 references (name, position, contact information), a writing sample* and cover letter to the Graduate College gradcollege@uni.edu.

UNI actively seeks to enhance diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.

* The writing sample may be any creative or scholarly work that provides a sense of your command of written language. This can be a paper submitted for a class, a short story, a grant proposal draft, or any other piece of writing you are proud of.

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Graduate College Research, Excellence and Leadership Graduate Assistant (unavailable)

Primary Responsibilities

Works with Graduate College office staff to have a broad understanding of initiatives within the office
Highlight and elevate the work of the Graduate College and UNI graduate community through data collection, marketing, communication initiatives, and other means
Create and implement marketing strategies and processes; create and maintain documentation of processes for future
Form relationships and work with University Relations in promotion and messaging of graduate initiatives
Curate information pertaining to the marketing of programs and statistics relevant to graduate education and research, admissions, Graduate College awards, and other processes to ensure cohesive messaging and marketing
Assist with the planning, marketing, and implementation of Graduate College events, workshops, and professional development opportunities
Aid in graduate research initiatives, process improvements, and other duties as assigned

Terms of Employment

For the fall semester: 10 hours per week, beginning August 23, 2021 and ending December 17, 2020. Does not include the week of Thanksgiving Break.
For the spring semester: 10 hours per week, beginning January 10, 2021 and ending May 6, 2021. Does not include the week of Spring Break.

Compensation

Graduate Assistantship salary is $2,697.50 for half-time and $5,395.00 for a full-time Assistantship per semester and may be prorated depending on start date.
Graduate Assistants may qualify for in-state tuition and fees.
Graduate Assistants may receive University holidays and do not work during the interims between semesters.
For more information on the Graduate Assistantship System and procedures review the GA Frequently Asked Questions Page.

General Qualifications

Must be a full-time, degree-seeking student in a UNI's graduate program
Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00. First semester graduate students must have an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.00
Have an official transcript on file in the Office of Admissions
Be regularly admitted without provisions to degree status in a graduate degree program
Must meet UNI's HRS employment eligibility.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong writing, research, and communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel
Basic knowledge of Drupal / other web platforms
Social media proficiency
Video production
Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
Promoting and marketing skills, event planning, and other related skills.

Application Details

This position is no longer available.
UNI actively seeks to enhance diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.

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Graduate Assistant for Graduate Professional and Community Development (unavailable)

Primary Responsibilities

Plan and implement annual events including Welcome New Graduate Students, Thinking About Graduate School (TAGS), Graduate Student Appreciation Week, Graduate Student Symposium, and other events as assigned.
Coordinate the marketing and outreach strategies and activities to promote Graduate College events and professional development workshops.
Serve as co-editor of the UNI Grad Student News, the quarterly online newsletter of the Graduate College. Includes interviewing graduate students, faculty, staff, and alumni for featured profiles and writing articles.
Collect and analyze data from events and programs for process improvement.
Serve on University committees as assigned.
Other duties as assigned.

Terms of Employment

For the fall semester: 10 hours per week, beginning August 23, 2021 and ending December 17, 2020. Does not include the week of Thanksgiving Break.
For the spring semester: 10 hours per week, beginning January 10, 2021 and ending May 6, 2021. Does not include the week of Spring Break.

Compensation

Graduate Assistantship salary is $2,697.50 for half-time and $5,395.00 for a full-time Assistantship per semester and may be prorated depending on start date.
Graduate Assistants may qualify for in-state tuition and fees.
Graduate Assistants may receive University holidays and do not work during the interims between semesters.
For more information on the Graduate Assistantship System and procedures review the GA Frequently Asked Questions Page.

General Qualifications

Must be a full-time, degree-seeking student in a UNI's graduate program
Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00. First semester graduate students must have an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.00
Have an official transcript on file in the Office of Admissions
Be regularly admitted without provisions to degree status in a graduate degree program
Must meet UNI's HRS employment eligibility.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated strong written and oral communication skills, including public speaking.
Demonstrated ability to work as a team member and independently.
Demonstrated marketing and promotional skills.
Demonstrated event planning experience.
Demonstrated strong computer skills using Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite.
Demonstrated ability to learn new technology.

Application Details

This position is no longer available. UNI actively seeks to enhance diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.

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Graduate Assistant for NISG Director of Graduate Life (position unavailable)

Primary Responsibilities

Serve on NISG Board of Directors.
Student representative on the Graduate Advisory Committee.
Attend all graduate-level NISG committees or meetings.
Schedule monthly meetings with the Dean of the Graduate College.
Serve as a liaison between NISG and Graduate Students.
Promoting and advertising graduate and related events occurring on campus.
Student representative on Graduate Council (Thursday afternoons).
Student ambassador for prospective students.

Terms of Employment

For the fall semester: 10 hours per week, beginning August 23, 2021 and ending December 17, 2020. Does not include the week of Thanksgiving Break.
For the spring semester: 10 hours per week, beginning January 10, 2021 and ending May 6, 2021. Does not include the week of Spring Break.

Compensation

Graduate Assistantship salary is $2,697.50 for half-time and $5,395.00 for a full-time Assistantship per semester and may be prorated depending on start date.
Graduate Assistants may qualify for in-state tuition and fees.
Graduate Assistants may receive University holidays and do not work during the interims between semesters.
For more information on the Graduate Assistantship System and procedures review the GA Frequently Asked Questions Page.

General Qualifications

Must be a full-time, degree-seeking student in a UNI's graduate program
Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00. First semester graduate students must have an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.00
Have an official transcript on file in the Office of Admissions
Be regularly admitted without provisions to degree status in a graduate degree program
Must meet UNI's HRS employment eligibility.

Preferred Qualifications

Must be willing to attend meetings in the evenings.

Application Details

This position is no longer available. UNI actively seeks to enhance diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.

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Graduate Assistant for Online Content and Electronic Media (Position Unavailable)

Primary Responsibilities

Offering writing support for graduate students (in conjunction with the Learning Center)
Assisting students via Zoom or other electronic means
Help run writing and other workshops, graduate research experiences (such as student conferences, etc.), and other related activities
Answer questions related to the thesis/dissertation process at UNI and assist the Reviewer with the submission process
Produce written content, edit materials, and other support for Graduate College publications; such as newsletters, brochures / print materials, and handbooks
Assist with writing and editing content for web
Aid in the implementation of Graduate College initiatives
Additional projects to assist the Graduate College with recruitment and retention of students as needed

Terms of Employment

For the fall semester: 10 hours per week, beginning August 23, 2021 and ending December 17, 2020. Does not include the week of Thanksgiving Break.
For the spring semester: 10 hours per week, beginning January 10, 2021 and ending May 6, 2021. Does not include the week of Spring Break.

Compensation

Graduate Assistantship salary is $2,697.50 for half-time and $5,395.00 for a full-time Assistantship per semester and may be prorated depending on start date.
Graduate Assistants may qualify for in-state tuition and fees.
Graduate Assistants may receive University holidays and do not work during the interims between semesters.
For more information on the Graduate Assistantship System and procedures review the GA Frequently Asked Questions Page.

General Qualifications

Must be a full-time, degree-seeking student in a UNI's graduate program
Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00. First semester graduate students must have an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.00
Have an official transcript on file in the Office of Admissions
Be regularly admitted without provisions to degree status in a graduate degree program
Must meet UNI's HRS employment eligibility.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong writing, research, and communication skills
Tutoring and peer mentoring experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Basic knowledge of Drupal / web platforms
Basic video production skills
Additional preferred software: Adobe Creative Suite, LaTeX, citation managers.

Application Details

This position is no longer available. UNI actively seeks to enhance diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.

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Graduate Assistant for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives (unavailable)

Primary Responsibilities

Outreach with Campus Partners (Diversity, Inclusion, & Social Justice, CME, GSS, Success & Retention, NISG)
Work closely with the Dean on DEI initiatives in the Graduate College
Research and draft documentation for mentorship and undergraduate-graduate pathways
Represent Graduate College across campus

Terms of Employment

For the fall semester: 10 hours per week, beginning August 23, 2021 and ending December 17, 2020. Does not include the week of Thanksgiving Break.
For the spring semester: 10 hours per week, beginning January 10, 2021 and ending May 6, 2021. Does not include the week of Spring Break.

Compensation

Graduate Assistantship salary is $2,697.50 for half-time and $5,395.00 for a full-time Assistantship per semester and may be prorated depending on start date.
Graduate Assistants may qualify for in-state tuition and fees.
Graduate Assistants may receive University holidays and do not work during the interims between semesters.
For more information on the Graduate Assistantship System and procedures review the GA Frequently Asked Questions Page.

General Qualifications

Must be a full-time, degree-seeking student in a UNI's graduate program
Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00. First semester graduate students must have an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.00
Have an official transcript on file in the Office of Admissions
Be regularly admitted without provisions to degree status in a graduate degree program
Must meet UNI's HRS employment eligibility.

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with Higher Education and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

Application Details

This position is no longer available. UNI actively seeks to enhance diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.

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