File Reviewer - Temporary

Princeton University; Princeton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Princeton University’s Office of the Dean of the Graduate School seeks two temporary candidates to assist with the seasonal review of academic materials related to graduate admission. One will handle humanities and social sciences materials, the other natural sciences and engineering materials, with most work conducted remotely.

Mandatory paid training of about 10 hours in December 2026 is required, followed by an expected 30 hours per week from early January through early March, with occasional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required.
• Experience handling sensitive and confidential materials, data, and information with discretion.
• Strong organizational and time management skills and ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Access to high-speed internet and a private reading space.
• Proficiency with personal computer office applications, email, and internet, as well as web-based communications (e.g. Outlook, Zoom, etc.).
• Ability to read quickly, carefully, and objectively.
• Strong notetaking, writing, and assessment skills.
• Careful attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, and adapt to changes.
• Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Review transcripts and other materials in preparation for evaluation by the Associate Deans for Academic Affairs.
• Manage a high volume of materials in a timely manner; work is time-sensitive.

Skills

Discretion with confidential materials

Organizational skills

Time management

Reading quickly

Notetaking and writing

Independent & collaborative work

Adaptability

Diversity awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Outlook

Zoom

Internet & email

Job description

Overview

The Office of the Dean of the Graduate School is seeking two temporary candidates to assist the Associate Deans for Academic Affairs with the seasonal review of academic materials related to graduate admission. One candidate will be assigned to materials related to the humanities and social sciences divisions, and one candidate will be assigned to materials related to the natural sciences and engineering divisions.

Most work is expected to be conducted remotely but candidates must be available for occasional onsite commitments and meetings.

Mandatory (paid) training is required for approximately 10 hours during the month of December 2026. The projected time commitment from early January through early March is 30 hours per week.

Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume.

Final candidates will be required to complete a background check.

Responsibilities

General responsibilities include reviewing transcripts and other materials in preparation for evaluation by the Associate Deans for Academic Affairs. The work is time sensitive and requires reviewing a high volume of materials in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required
• Experience handling sensitive and confidential materials, data, and information with discretion.
• Strong organizational and time management skills and ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Access to high-speed internet and a private reading space
• Proficiency with personal computer office applications, email, and internet, as well as web-based communications (e.g. Outlook, Zoom, etc.)
• Ability to read quickly, carefully, and objectively
• Strong notetaking, writing, and assessment skills
• Careful attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, and adapt to changes
• Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives
• Having a secure, password-protected, high-speed internet connection that meets our Office of Information Technology expectations is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous work experience in higher education or academic administration preferred
• Previous experience with academic materials preferred
• Knowledge of/familiarity with Slate

Given the highly sensitive nature of the role, we cannot consider:

• Individuals related to an applicant seeking admission to graduate school (regardless of whether the candidate is applying to Princeton).
• Employees or volunteers for any other colleges or universities.
• College admission professionals and/or independent college consultants.

Be advised that you will be contacted only if there is further interest in your application. Your candidate dashboard may not display status updates for this requisition.

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

If the salary range on the posted position shows an hourly rate, this is the baseline; the actual hourly rate may be higher, depending on the position and factors listed above.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.

Standard Weekly Hours

0.00

Work Schedule, If Other Than Standard Hours

Some weekend availability required

Eligible for Overtime

Yes

Benefits Eligible

No

Probationary Period

N/A

Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail)

No

Estimated Appointment End Date

3/19/2027

Physical Capacity Exam Required

No#LI-LO1

Salary Range

$30.00 Minimum Hourly Rate