Graduate Research Assistant - (Fall)

UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOM; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOM in Norman, OK seeks a Graduate Program Assistant to support UReCA with administrative tasks, communications, and program activities for 10-20 hours per week.

The role involves data collection, email management, social media scheduling, and coordinating events with campus partners, assisting students, faculty, and program partners.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as an undergraduate student in Fall 2026 term at the University of Oklahoma.
• Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Support data collection and tracking for UReCA program activities.
• Manage email communications and schedule social media content.
• Coordinate events and outreach with campus partners.
• Provide administrative support to students, faculty, and partners.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Independent judgment

Collaborative

Confidentiality

Education

Undergraduate student — Fall 2026

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Pay Range:Targeted salary of $920.54, paid biweekly, based on education and experience

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Work Schedule:20 hours per week. Typical working hours are Monday through Friday, between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., with occasional evening hours for special events.

Travel:Not required

Position Introduction:

The Graduate Program Assistant will support UReCA through a variety of administrative, communication, and program-support activities (10-20 hours per week). Responsibilities may include collecting and tracking program data, managing email communications, creating and scheduling social media content, coordinating events and outreach activities with campus partners, and collecting benchmarking and assessment data. The assistant will help ensure the efficient operation and administration of undergraduate research initiatives while supporting students, faculty, and program partners.

Required Education and Experience:

• Must be currently enrolled in the Fall 2026 Term as an undergraduate student in good standing at the University of Oklahoma.
• Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status.

Skills:

• The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented graduate student who takes initiative and exercises independent judgment while working collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.
• Successful candidates will be dependable, adaptable, student-centered, and capable of handling sensitive information with professionalism, discretion, and attention to confidentiality.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft programs is required, and experience with Instagram and LinkedIn platforms are desired.

Required Certifications and Licenses:

None required

Department Preferences:

No preference

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: No