Graduate Research Assistant - CSRPA

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 14,725 - 17,638; Part time

Job summary

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is seeking a Graduate Research Assistant to join the College of Liberal Arts. This position involves contributing to survey research and analysis, assisting in data collection, and performing clerical duties related to various ongoing projects.

The ideal candidate will be a graduate student at UTRGV with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and preferably majoring in Political Science. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate student at UTRGV and in good academic standing.
• GPA at least 3.0.
• Preferred major in Political Science.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a program of survey research and analysis.
• Assist in the collection and analysis of data.
• Perform clerical duties related to research projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Graduate student at UTRGV

Job description

Office Location

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, 1201 W. University Drive, Human Resources, MASS Building 2nd Floor, Edinburg, TX 78539.

Contact

Edinburg: [phone]
Brownsville: [phone]

Office Hours

Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Position Information

Posting Number: A1341

Working Title: Graduate Research Assistant - CSRPA

Location: Edinburg, Texas

College: College of Liberal Arts

Department: College of Liberal Arts / School of Political Science Public Affairs & Law & Security

Division: Provost - Academic Affairs

FTE: 0.50

Scope of Job: The GRA principal duty is to contribute to a program of survey research and analysis. Assisting in the collection and analysis of data with responsibilities mostly related to those undertaken by The Center for Survey Research & Policy Analysis (CSRPA). May also be assigned to different ongoing projects and assist with clerical duties related to these research projects.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a graduate student at UTRGV
• Must be in good academic standing
• GPA at least 3.0

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred Political Science major
• Excellent analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Salary

$1450 monthly wages.

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

01/20/2026

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.