Governmental Affairs & Initiatives Graduate Research Assistant

Governmental Affairs & Initiatives Graduate Research Assistant

Hiring Department:
Governmental Affairs and Initiatives | Position Open To:
All Applicants | Weekly Scheduled

Hours:

20 | FLSA Status:
Exempt from FLSA | Earliest

Start Date:

Immediately | Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until Dec 31, 2026 |

Location:

AUSTIN, TX

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a highly motivated Graduate Research Assistant to join the Office of Governmental Affairs & Initiatives. The Graduate Research Assistant will support the team by researching, planning, and executing the office’s strategic engagement activities. The position will allow a graduate student to gain valuable knowledge working at the intersection of policy and higher education.

It will also allow them to receive real hands-on experience executing high caliber programming and projects by collaborating with stakeholders across campus.

• Supports the engagement work of the Governmental Affairs Office, including but not limited to, the planning and execution of programming and multiple events.
• Regularly updates the CRM database and ensures the accuracy of its records.
• Monitors local, state, and federal policy as needed.
• Conducts research and analysis to support various projects.
• Provides limited administrative support.

• Bachelor's degree; currently enrolled, in good standing, as a graduate student at UT.
• Proficient in event planning and execution.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present information clearly and concisely.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.

• Previous experience in a similar role or internship is desirable.
• Interest in the intersection of engagement, higher education policy and/or in government.
• Familiarity with CRM systems, preferably Salesforce.

$25.00 hourly

• May work around standard office conditions.
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.

• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Contact information for at least three (3) professional or academic references.

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Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable…