"Graduate Research Assistant"

Job Details

Department: Public Policy and Management Center

Campus Location: Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type: Part Time

Pay: $6,200 for fall/spring semesters, $3,720 for summer semester

Work Schedule: Mon-Fri, hours vary based on class schedule

Export Compliance Requirement: No export control requirement.

Job Story: This position combines administrative support and public-facing project support responsibilities, requiring a detail-oriented individual who can balance behind-the-scenes administrative work with direct community engagement activities. You will provide the necessary support for community-focused initiatives while developing valuable skills in both office management and stakeholder relations.

Job Summary: The primary function of a graduate research assistant (GRA) is to assist faculty members in their scholarly and / or creative activities.

Job Duties: Administrative support: coordinate schedules and client meetings, prepare materials for facilitation activities, find and secure meeting locations, support process documentation, and provide general team support. Public-facing project support: take meeting notes, assist with community engagement events, conduct basic research for projects, support facilitation activities. Focused on finding solutions, the team works to create environments where collective learning builds strong, resilient communities and coalitions. This role is an excellent opportunity for students interested in developing skills in community engagement, client relationships, project coordination, and public administration.

Required Education: Bachelor's Degree

Additional Requirements: Strong organizational and time management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently while supporting team objectives. Professional demeanor for client and stakeholder interactions.

Required Experience: To be eligible for an assistantship, students must be admitted to a degree program in either full or conditional standing. Students admitted on probation or placed on academic probation following admission may be eligible for assistantship awards under certain circumstances.

Additional Information for Posting: The maximum salary for this position is $6,200 for fall and spring semesters and $3,720 for summer semester. (Increased summer hours may be available upon request depending on workload and available budget.)

Physical Requirements: Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.