Student Employee-Academic Affairs-Research and Teaching Assistant at InsideHigherEd

Requisition:202500050STTitle:Student Employee-Academic Affairs-Research and Teaching AssistantEmployee Class:Student EmployeeCollege Work Study Position:NoDepartment:Center for Law, Engagement, and PoliticsDivision:Division of Academic AffairsHours per week:10-20Hiring Rate:$8.50Preferred Student Classification:Sophomore, Junior or SeniorNature & Purpose of Position:Job Duties:1. Assist the Center for Law, Engagement, And Politics (LEAP) primarily with teaching assistance and secondarily research.2. Classroom support: Drafting and proofing quizzes and tests; copying quizzes and tests; proctoring quizzes and tests; aiding with online materials, including quizzes and tests.3. Event support: Copying; creating flyers; creating name tags or name tents.4. Research support: Generally, various topics will be provided, and you may be able to choose the ones that most interest you.5. Research support: Internet and library research; enter research data into computer programs.6. Research support: Transcribing interviews with public figures or authors.7. LEAP Center support: Website maintenance; bulletin board maintenance.8. Perform other duties as assigned.Other Requirements for the Position:Job Requirements:Excellent critical thinking, writing, and oral communication skillsAbility to work a minimum of 10 hours per week during the school year, including summersAbility to work independently on assigned projectsMust be detail-orientedProficient with Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Excel, Word, Publisher, Photoshop, and research databasesStudent assistants must be dependable and punctual in reporting to work and meetings, and dress in accordance with the LEAP Center dress code.Adhere to all LEAP Center policies and procedures and know all emergency policies and procedures.Must be currently enrolled and have a minimum of 3.2 cumulative GPAOpen Date:01/27/2025Position Number:9N9857-00Contact Name & Title:Jean LoveallContact Phone:9362944845Contact Email:[email protected] Building & Room #:CHSS Room 478EEO Statement:Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.Annual Security and Fire Safety Report