FUSE Student Researcher - Communication, Film & Theatre (Part-time Temporary / Summer 2026)

About Us

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.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a FUSE Student Researcher in Communication, Film & Theatre on the Gainesville campus. This is an archival research project that aims to analyze and capture niche Japanese cinema within a time of disappearing digital archives in order to build a UNG Cloud Archive to host found media making them accessible to students and faculty for teaching and research purposes. The research assistant will join the FUSE program to conduct focused and meaningful research, scholarly and creative activities alongside a faculty researcher from June 1 - July 24, 2026. This includes in-person workshops and group meetings once a week for the duration of the program.

Please be advised that any offer of employment is contingent upon your eligibility to work in the United States. The university is aware of recent federal changes that may significantly increase the cost of filing H-1B visa petitions.

As a public institution, the university's ability to cover such costs is subject to budgetary constraints and state funding policies. Therefore, while we remain committed to supporting international faculty hires, we cannot guarantee payment of any newly imposed or increased visa-related fees.

If you have any questions regarding the visa policy, please contact Monica Arrendale at (706) 867-4470.

Responsibilities

• Locating specialized digital archives.
• Capturing niche Japanese cinema under Fair Use.
• Screening and analyzing films.
• Building a UNG Cloud Archive.
• Engaging in Secondary research.
• Creating a 2-5 minute video and poster presentation.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Basic Computer knowledge.

Required Qualifications

• Current UNG student not graduating before December 2026.
• Junior or Senior.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of recording and editing software a plus but not required.

Proposed Salary

$12.00 per hour

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover letter