Graduate Assistant – Research & Student Support (Part-Time)

Middle Georgia State University; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Middle Georgia State University invites applications for a Graduate Assistant (GA) position to support departments, programs, or faculty through research, teaching, or professional activity. This temporary, part-time role offers hands-on experience related to the student’s field of study and contributes to the university’s academic and operational mission.

The GA will assist in office duties, research support, and general operations, gaining exposure to graduate-level practices while maintaining

Qualifications

• Knowledge of general professional and academic practices related to graduate-level study.
• Skill in organizing work, managing time, and meeting deadlines.
• Skill in written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage time effectively, and complete tasks with professionalism.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to learn and apply policies, procedures, and technologies relevant to the assigned role.
• Computer literacy and familiarity with office software

Responsibilities

• Providing support in academic or administrative offices (e.g., Graduate School, Advising, Libraries, Student Affairs).
• Coordinating events, workshops, or outreach programs.
• Managing records, databases, or communications (newsletters, social media).
• Advising or mentoring undergraduate students in academic or student success programs.
• Conducting literature reviews and data collection.
• Running experiments, simulations, or fieldwork.
• Assisting with data entry, analysis, and interpretation.
• Helping prepare manuscripts, reports, or conference presentations.
• Supporting grant applications and progress reports.

Skills

Organization

Time management

Written comms

Verbal communication

Confidentiality

Policy knowledge

Education

Graduate student status

Job description

Middle Georgia State University invites applications for a Graduate Assistant (GA) position to support departments, programs, or faculty through research, teaching, or professional activity. This temporary, part-time role offers hands-on experience related to the student’s field of study and contributes to the university’s academic and operational mission.

The GA will assist in office duties, research support, and general operations, gaining exposure to graduate-level practices while maintaining