GA Research - Geography, Geology and the Environment - FY27

Illinois State University; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 15,334 - 18,368; Part time

Job summary

A public research university in Illinois seeks a Graduate Research Assistant for the Geography, Geology, and the Environment department. The role involves assisting faculty with a variety of research tasks, including data gathering and analysis, library work, and proposal writing. To qualify, candidates must be admitted to a Hydrogeology Master's program and hold a relevant bachelor's degree. This assistantship provides a monthly stipend of $1,510 and requires federal employment eligibility.

Qualifications

• Must have a relevant degree and be accepted into a Master’s program.
• Eligible for appointment as per the Graduate Assistant Handbook.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty members with data gathering and analysis.
• Conduct library work and proposal writing.
• Support grant-related research.

Education

BS in Geology or related discipline

Admitted degree-seeking graduate student in Hydrogeology Master’s program

Job description

Job no: 521677

Work type: On Campus

Location: Normal, Illinois

Title: GA Research - Geography, Geology and the Environment - FY27

Division Name: Academic Affairs

Department: Geography, Geology, and the Environment

Campus Location: Normal, IL

Job Summary

Graduate research assistants are generally assigned to individual faculty members to assist with their research. The majority of the assigned duties are tied to this research. The nature of the assistance varies by discipline and can involve a variety of activities such as:

• Library work
• Proposal writing
• Data gathering
• Data analysis

This position will assist faculty with grant‑related research.

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$1,510 monthly stipend

Required Qualifications

• Must be an admitted degree‑seeking graduate student in a Hydrogeology Master’s program at Illinois State University
• BS in Geology or related discipline
• Eligible for appointment as per the requirements in the Graduate Assistant Handbook

Work Hours

Will be determined by the supervising faculty.

Proposed Starting Date

Per specific offer letter or to be determined by supervising faculty.

Required Applicant Documents

Resume, Cover letter, Reference List

Special Instructions for Applicants

Benefits for Graduate Assistants can be found in the Graduate Assistant Handbook.

You must be eligible for employment in the United States and at Illinois State University and/or for the number of hours required for the position. Illinois State University student employees are restricted to no more than 28 hours per week of on‑campus employment for all positions held. International students are restricted by their visa status to no more than 20 hours per week of on‑campus employment when the university is in session but may work up to 28 hours per week when the university is not in session. The University cannot grant exceptions to visa status rules/laws.

Contact Information for Applicants

Laura Roethle, [e-mail]

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and, if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30. Any offer of employment is contingent upon passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

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