Graduate Research Assistant - CARE Framework Project

Job Title:

Graduate Research Assistant - CARE Framework Project

Location:

UNG - Gainesville

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 accepting applications for a Graduate Research Assistant- CARE Framework Project. The College of Arts and Letters at the University of North Georgia has received a grant from the Educating Character Initiative (ECI) to develop the CARE Framework
¿ a research-informed character development model centered on Compassion, Acceptance, Respect, and Empathy. The project spans all five UNG campuses and involves focus groups with diverse student populations (Hispanic/Latinx, first-generation, honors, adult learner, and military-affiliated students), institutional analysis, and community-wide dissemination.
This Graduate Research Assistant position is a funded, hands-on research opportunity for a graduate student interested in applied qualitative research, character education, and higher education program development. The RA will work closely with the PI and two faculty Co-Investigators throughout all phases of the project.

• Focus Group Support & Facilitation
• Assist PI and co-investigators in co-facilitating semi-structured focus groups with student participants across all five UNG campuses
• Help manage session logistics: room setup, consent form collection, audio/video recording equipment, participant check-in, note-taking, and so on
• Data Management & Transcription
• Coordinate or conduct transcription of focus group recordings; review auto-generated transcriptions for accuracy
• Anonymize all transcripts according to IRB protocols (replace participant names/identifiers with participant codes)
• Maintain organized file structure and naming conventions across all project data folders
• Analysis Support
• Support Co-Investigators with qualitative thematic analysis tasks as directed
• Assist with literature searches, document reviews, and background research as needed
• Support preparation of analysis summaries, framework documents, and stakeholder presentation materials
• Dissemination & Closeout Support
• Assist in preparing the final CARE Framework summary report and webinar materials
• Support logistics for the university-wide dissemination webinar (registration, promotion, day-of coordination)
• Assist with final project archiving and file organization at project close

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with faculty and students.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality with sensitive participant data.
• Availability to travel to multiple UNG campuses as needed (mileage reimbursed per UNG policy).

• Currently enrolled in a graduate degree program at the University of North Georgia. Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Graduate coursework or experience in qualitative research methods, social sciences, communication, psychology, education, or a closely related field
• Should have prior experience with focus group facilitation, interviewing, or community-based research, as well as familiar with qualitative analysis software.
• Should have experience interacting with diverse student populations, including first-generation, adult learners, or military-affiliated students.

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

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