Graduate Research Assistant (GRA)

UCA; Conway (AR); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Central Arkansas seeks a Graduate Research Assistant to support faculty and staff in academic and student-focused tasks. The GRA must be enrolled full-time in the UCA Graduate School (minimum 9 graduate credit hours) and maintain a GPA of at least 3.0.

The role includes proctoring tests, grading, assisting with classroom projects, and performing various administrative duties as assigned by the department chair or administrator.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled full-time in UCA graduate program (minimum 9 graduate credits).
• GRA will assist faculty and staff with academic and student-focused tasks.
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Responsibilities

• Proctor tests
• Grading
• Assist with classroom projects
• Administrative tasks as needed
• Support faculty and staff with various duties

Skills

Higher education administration

Regulatory knowledge

Team collaboration

Communication

Student support

Writing skills

Professionalism

Follow-up

Education

Graduate enrollment in UCA Graduate School

Job description

Will this position be Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid?

Will this position be Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid? Onsite

Posting Number

G0702026

Department

COB Dean's Suite

Position Summary

The ideal GRA is willing and able to assist College faculty and staff in a range of academic and student-focused endeavors. GRAs must be enrolled as full-time graduate students (minimum of 9 graduate credit hours) and maintain good academic standing (minimum of 3.0 GPA ).

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Various administrative jobs as needed
• Proctor tests
• Help with classroom projects
• Grading
• Projects as assigned by the Chair or Admin of the department
• Assisting faculty and staff with various tasks

Skills Considered Essential for Success

• Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.
• Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures.
• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.
• Ability to make sound judgments and assist in resolving student concerns.
• Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities.
• Civility in all interactions of a public or confidential nature.
• Demonstrate follow-up contacts and consultations in a timely manner.

Required Education and/or Experience

Applicant must be accepted to the UCA Graduate School and currently enrolled in graduate classes.

University, Campus, and Community Description

Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Central Arkansas. Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of more than 10,000 students and employs over 1,300 full-time employees. The university offers more than 85 undergraduate and 59 graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in five disciplines. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions in research, scholarship, and creative activities.

Number of Hours per week

20

Desired start date

01/16/2027

Desired end date

05/15/2027

Employment is contingent upon the availability of funds and course enrollments

UCA EEO Statement

The University of Central Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. In keeping with its nondiscrimination policy in employment, admissions and other functions and programs, the university considers employees and students on the basis of individual merit and will not discriminate against a person on the basis of gender, race or color, ethnicity, religion, spiritual beliefs, national origin, age, familial status, socioeconomic background, sexual orientation, disability, political beliefs, intellectual perspective, genetic information, military status, or other factors irrelevant to participation in its programs.

Open Date

10/13/2026

Close Date

12/11/2026

Open Until Filled

No

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