Graduate Assistant (College of Science & Mathematics

Job Title:

Graduate Assistant (College of Science & Mathematics)

Location:

UNG-Dahlonega, GA

Regular/Temporary:
Temporary

Full/Part Time:
Part-Time

Job

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society.

Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for up to six Graduate Assistants in the College of Science & Mathematics on the Dahlonega campus. The graduate assistants will work closely with the CSIS department in conducting research and teaching activities, as well as work with the college faculty and staff to perform various business-related duties. Graduate assistants must be available to perform most of their work on the Dahlonega campus.

Specific hours can be arranged with the supervisor. The graduate assistants will work up to 12.5 hours per week. This position will include a tuition waiver. This post fills several positions
Please note that the Cover Letter submitted with the application MUST answer the following question:
What do you hope to learn as a graduate assistant in the College of Science & Mathematics?

• Teaching activities - assist department professors with instruction to include assisting with lectures, recording attendance, grading assignments, proctoring examinations, holding office hours, shredding individualized materials, etc. The teaching assistant will not have primary responsibility for a course or serve as the instructor of record.
• Research activities - engage in literature reviews, data collection (qualitative and quantitative), analysis, and research preparation; participate in institutional review board processes.
• Event planning and management activities: assist with events, meetings, and orientation sessions, host external guests, attend and participate in professional events, work with other graduate assistants and undergraduate student workers.
• Other duties as assigned

• Excellent time-management skills.
• Strong writing and interpersonal skills and abilities.
• Excellent Microsoft office skills.

• Bachelor's Degree required by time of hire.
• Must be enrolled in the Master of Science in Computer Science with a minimum of 6 credit hours by time of hire.
• Must maintain a GPA of 3.25 in the qualifying degree program.
• Proficiency in one or more computer programming languages is required.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is essential.

• Familiarity with statistical programs and databases such as SPSS, MS Access, and R is advantageous.

• Resume
  Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Contact Information for Three Professional References

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://.

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia.

More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at .

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation…