Cyber Ethics Initiative Student Research Assistant- Institutional Student Worker

The University of North Georgia; Dahlonega (GA); Sur place; USD 17 000 - 25 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

The University of North Georgia in Dahlonega is seeking a Cyber Ethics Initiative Student Research Assistant to support the development, design, and Fall 2027 pilot preparation of a Cyber Ethics curriculum. The student will work with Dr.

Murthy Rallapalli and project collaborators to transform cyber ethics, cybersecurity, cyber law, digital rights, and professional responsibility content into applied instructional materials for higher education and executive education audiences.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at UNG in a minimum of six credit hours to qualify as a student worker.
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 tools (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) beneficial.
• Interest in cybersecurity, cyber ethics, digital rights, or related fields.

Responsabilités

• Assist with curriculum mapping from chapters, lectures, learning outcomes, activities, quizzes, and rubrics.
• Conduct directed research on cyber ethics, cybersecurity education, and cyber law.
• Draft and revise classroom materials including case studies, activities, prompts, and quizzes.
• Support Fall 2027 pilot D2L shell including modules, page organization, and accessibility checks.
• Prepare materials for faculty review and stakeholder presentations.
• Benchmark certificate programs, continuing education formats, and learning outcomes.
• Create memos and trackers showing progress, gaps, and deadlines.
• Assist in facilitator guides and learner support resources.

Connaissances

Microsoft 365 tools

Cyber ethics interest

Strong writing

Confidential data handling

Academic integrity

Research skills

Learn D2L/Qualtrics

Independent work

Formation

Enrollment in 6+ credits at UNG

Outils

D2L

Qualtrics

PowerPoint design

Description du poste

Job Title: Cyber Ethics Initiative Student Research Assistant- Institutional Student Worker

Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job ID: 304771

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 accepting applications for a Student Research Assistant to support the Cyberethics Initiative in the development, design, and Fall 2027 pilot preparation of a Cyber Ethics curriculum. The student will work with Dr. Murthy Rallapalli and project collaborators to transform cyber ethics, cybersecurity, cyber law, digital rights, and professional responsibility content into applied instructional materials for higher education and executive education audiences. This role is designed as a pilot-phase position that may develop into a Cyber Ethics Fellows Program in Spring 2027 and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Assist with curriculum mapping from book chapters, lecture materials, learning outcomes, activities, quizzes, discussion assignments, and rubrics.
• Conduct directed research on cyber ethics, cybersecurity education, executive education models, cyber law, data privacy, professional codes of conduct, and digital rights.
• Draft and revise applied classroom materials, including case studies, individual activities, discussion prompts, reflection assignments, slide outlines, quiz banks, and capstone scenarios.
• Support the creation of a Fall 2027 pilot D2L shell, including module pages, file organization, assessment setup, accessibility review, and learner navigation.
• Prepare clean Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel/Qualtrics support materials for faculty review and stakeholder presentations.
• Assist with benchmarking comparable certificate programs, continuing education formats, target audiences, cohort sizes, pricing, and learning outcomes.
• Create summary memos and progress trackers that identify completed materials, gaps, due dates, and review decisions.
• Support professional training preparation, including facilitator guides, learner support resources, accessibility checklists, and ethical AI/cybersecurity use guidelines.
• Participate in weekly or biweekly project meetings, take notes, track action items, and communicate status updates in a professional manner.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow UNG policies related to student data, unpublished curriculum, research materials, copyright, academic integrity, responsible AI use, and cybersecurity.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 tools, especially Word, PowerPoint, Excel, OneDrive/SharePoint, and Teams.
• Interest in cybersecurity, cyber ethics, digital rights, technology policy, law, education, or applied ethics.
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and organizational skills.
• Professional judgment in handling confidential or unpublished materials.
• Commitment to academic integrity, inclusive instructional design, and responsible use of AI tools.
• Ability to conduct reliable research, summarize sources accurately, and convert technical concepts into learner-friendly materials.
• Ability or willingness to learn D2L, Qualtrics, accessibility basics, rubrics, quiz design, and online course organization.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, receive feedback, and maintain version control.

Required Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six credit hours to qualify as a student worker.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred majors or minors include cybersecurity, computer science, information systems, criminal justice, political science, philosophy, business, education, communications, public policy, or related fields.
• Coursework or demonstrated interest in cybersecurity, ethics, technology law, research methods, instructional design, or professional writing is preferred.
• Prior experience with D2L, Qualtrics, PowerPoint design, research assistance, survey support, or curriculum development is helpful but not required.
• A GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred; final eligibility subject to UNG student employment requirements.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affiliated Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

• This position is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position will not travel
• This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Position of Trust

Please note

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