Graduate Assistant; GA​/Center Public Scholarship

Graduate Assistant (GA) / Center for Public Scholarship

The Graduate Assistant for the Center for Public Scholarship (CPS) will participate in and help to coordinate, promote, and develop programs and projects under the auspices of CPS. The GA will provide support to community partners, undertake research projects, and plan and publicize programs.

Graduate Assistants must be enrolled in a Millersville University graduate program; non-degree students and those only seeking post-baccalaureate certification are not eligible. Must be available for on-campus work at specific times (coordinate schedule with the Director to assure appropriate support for the Center). Full-time Graduate Assistants must be enrolled in and maintain a minimum of 6 credits in Fall semester and Spring semester.

Applicants should have the following skills: interest in and commitment to learning the principles and processes of community-based research, knowledge and understanding of basic social science research design, advanced beginner proficiency in statistical data analysis, especially advanced beginner skills in the software of Excel and SPSS, training and experience in conducting literature reviews, strong writing and oral presentation skills, demonstrated success in team projects and ability to work well with others, basic knowledge of website and social media management.

Graduate Assistant payment and hours guidelines:
Graduate Assistants must work 300 hours (FT) or 150 hours (PT) per semester. Stipends are paid 8 payments throughout the semester and are paid bi-weekly according to the payroll schedule. Graduate Assistants (who are not on an F-1 visa) may work 10/20 extra hours per week in addition to the required hours for the position for a total of 30 hours a week.

Graduate Assistants who are on an F-1 visa are only permitted to work a maximum of 20 hours per week during academic sessions (spring and fall semesters); there may be opportunity to work during school breaks over 20 hours a week, which would be compensated at an hourly rate. Graduate Assistants must meet all eligibility requirements as detailed in GA Guidelines.

Documents needed:
Resume is required. Cover Letter is optional. Transcripts/other documents optional. Clearances are required for this position: PA Criminal Background, Child Abuse, FBI Fingerprint (Not needed to apply).