Graduate Assistant- Literatures & Cultural Studies

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is hiring a Graduate Assistant for the College of Liberal Arts to assist faculty with administrative tasks. This position supports students enrolled in graduate programs, requiring full-time registration in relevant courses.

The ideal candidate is committed to their studies and has a preference for those in good standing with the MA English program.

Qualifications

• Must be admitted to a graduate degree program.
• In good academic standing.
• Registered full-time for respective semester.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty with administrative work and office duties.

Education

Graduate degree program admission

Job description

Job Title

Graduate Assistant – College of Liberal Arts / Literatures and Cultural Studies

Posting Number

A1384

Location

College of Liberal Arts, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, 1201 W. University Drive, Edinburg, TX 78539

Scope of Job

Assist faculty with administrative work and office duties as needed. Maximum appointment limited to 50% FTE (20 hours per week).

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be admitted to a graduate degree program.
• Must be in good academic standing.
• Be registered full-time for the respective semester – nine (9) semester credit hours during the fall semester, nine (9) semester credit hours during the spring semester, or three (3) semester credit hours during the summer session or be registered in the required number of semester credit hours to fulfill the only remaining requirements of the degree plan.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference to those in good standing with the MA English program.
• Students available to work at both campuses.

Desired Start Date

09/01/2026

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non‑discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.