Graduate Assistant - Mathematics

Contact Information

The College of Graduate Studies (COGS) coordinates all of BSU’s Graduate Assistantships. For more information on the program or for the status of your application, please contact:
Cassie Birch
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Position Description

The Graduate Assistant (GA) will work 20 hours per week and receive up to 24 credits of tuition and student fee waivers: 9 for fall, 9 for spring and 6 for summer.

• Overseeing students’ use of DMF 461 and providing support for the computing facilities therein
• Being available as a resource for undergraduates seeking assistance with course content, particularly in 300 and 400 level mathematics courses
• Generating graphics for the display screens and aiding in other such endeavors to promote mathematical engagement.
• Give at least one presentation each year on a topic of interest to math majors in the Department Seminar.
• Further duties may be assigned as needed in keeping with the general theme of making the Math Research Lab an inviting space for students to gather and discuss mathematics.

Qualifications

• A strong academic background in mathematics, with coursework in abstract algebra and real analysis.
• Reasonable proficiency in computer skills, including experience with mathematical software (e.g., LaTeX, MATLAB , Python, or Mathematica).
• A demonstrated interest in pedagogy and research, with the ability to assist undergraduates in their studies.
• Prior tutoring or teaching experience is preferred but not required.

Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer.

Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

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• * Are you a Bridgewater State University graduate student accepted into a graduate degree program?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Which Graduate program have you been accepted into?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Have you held a Graduate Assistantship or Writing Fellowship in the past?
  • Yes
  • No