2026-27 Graduate Assistant 12 month - Philosophy

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, LOS ANGELES FOUNDATION; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 38,033 - 67,763; Part time

Job summary

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, LOS ANGELES FOUNDATION is seeking a Graduate Assistant for the Philosophy Department to provide academic and research support. Candidates must be enrolled in a graduate program at Cal State LA and demonstrate a commitment to diverse educational settings.

The position requires up to 20 hours of work per week, and an annual salary range of $3,408 - $6,072 is offered, commensurate with qualifications. This role aids in faculty research and teaches students effectively.

Qualifications

• Degree-seeking graduate student in Philosophy.
• Must be currently enrolled in or admitted to a graduate program.
• Demonstrate commitment to working effectively in diverse settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional non-teaching assistance to faculty.
• Assist with research and materials preparation.
• Participate in student evaluations.

Skills

Ability to relate well with others

Commitment to diverse environments

Research assistance

Education

Enrolled in a Cal State LA graduate degree program

Good academic standing in Master's Program in Philosophy

Job description

2026-27 Graduate Assistant 12 month - Philosophy

Apply now Job no: 558801
Work type: Graduate Assistant
Location: Los Angeles
Categories: Unit 11 - UAW - California Alliance of Academic Student Workers, Temporary, Part Time

College: College of Arts and Letters

Position Title: 2026-27 Graduate Assistant - Philosophy

Department of Philosophy

The Department of Philosophy seeks graduate students as applicants for Graduate Assistant.

GA assisting faculty member with PHIL 1600, duties as described below in “Job Duties”.

Anticipated Appointment Dates: This position is opened until filled. If you have applied and no other positions are available, you will be notified.

• Summer 5W1: May 26, 2026 – July 2, 2026
• Summer 5W2: July 6, 2026 – August 12, 2026
• Fall 2026: August 21, 2026 – December 23, 2026
• Spring 2027: January 21, 2027– May 29, 2027

Hours/Units per week: Students can work up to 20-hours per week during the semester.

Job Duties

May include the following but will be dependent upon the specific area to which the Graduate Assistant will be assigned, as well as upon the specific needs of the faculty supervisor.

Under the general supervision of the faculty member, the Graduate Assistant will:

• Provide professional non-teaching assistance to faculty member
• Provide research assistance and practical experience in fields related to their advanced study
• Assisting with handling/or training other student in the use of equipment or other resources
• Assisting faculty with research and preparation of course materials
• Participate in evaluation of students work

Minimum Qualifications

Degree-seeking graduate student in the Department of Philosophy. Graduate Assistant must be currently enrolled in or admitted to a Cal State LA graduate degree program. The successful applicant will work effectively, respectfully, and collaboratively in a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings.

• Admissions to the Master Program in the Department of Philosophy, in good academic standing
• Enrollment in course(s) for the semester towards the degree
• Ability to relate well with others within the academic environment and have the ability or potential to learn how to instruct and evaluate students
• Demonstrate commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff and students from diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds

Initial Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The salary schedule information for a Graduate Assistant - monthly: 12-month Classification is available based on the following ranges: (per salary schedule 7/1/2024)

Salary Range: $3,408 - $6,072

The anticipated monthly hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Most new Graduate Assistant are hired at the minimum rate. Time base and hours will depend upon need.

Background Check

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be satisfactorily completed. Offers of employment are conditional and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Education Code 89521 Requirements

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last seven years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended.

Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, California State University, Los Angeles provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. California State University, Los Angeles complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. California State University, Los Angeles is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At California State University, Los Angeles, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

An Equal Opportunity / Title IX Employer

Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause undue hardship.

Advertised: June 2, 2026 (9:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time | Applications close: Open until filled