Graduate Research Assistant II - BRI (M.Sc. Candidate)

Sul Ross State University; Alpine (TX); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Sul Ross State University in Alpine, TX invites applicants for a Graduate Research Assistant II at the Borderlands Research Institute. The role supports data collection, analysis and reporting on multiple research projects while mentoring undergraduates and coordinating with a faculty mentor.

The position requires active enrollment in a master’s program, with 20 hours per week commitment. It runs through May 31, 2029, starting September 1, 2026, with ongoing duties to ensure safe, confidential

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Master’s program and maintain 9 credits fall/spring, 6 credits in summer.
• Ability to work 20 hours per week.
• Support students, faculty and administration in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with a faculty mentor to guide and direct activities.
• Assist faculty members with collecting and analyzing data and reporting results on various research projects.
• Assist other students as part of the research team and take ownership in all aspects of the research project, including planning, data collection, data analysis, reports, and publications.
• Communicate project status to the faculty mentor as requested and help communicate with stakeholders.
• Mentor an undergraduate student.
• Ensure personal safety and the safety of others; exercise caution and practice safe work habits at all times.
• Observe security-sensitive procedures as required for this position.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Adaptability

Independent working

Communication skills

Attention to detail

FERPA compliance

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree pursuing Master

Job description

Graduate Research Assistant II – Borderlands Research Institute (M.Sc. Candidate)

PLEASE NOTE: All applications should contain complete job history entries, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor’s name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes and curriculum vitae do not take the place of this required information.

Job Title: Graduate Research Assistant II – Borderlands Research Institute (M.Sc. Candidate)

Location: Alpine

Department: Borderlands Research Institute

Job Number: G98221

Posting Date: 07/06/2026

End Date: 05/31/2029

Appointment Date: 09/01/2026

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, currently working toward a master’s degree; must be enrolled in 9 semester credits in the fall or spring and 6 semester credits in the summer.

Preferred Qualifications

• Complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Learn new skills as necessary.
• Comfortable operating Microsoft Office software.
• Support students, faculty and administration in a positive and professional manner.
• Exhibit excellent communication skills, attention to detail and be solution oriented.
• Uphold FERPA and other confidential matters.
• Ability to work 20 hours per week.

Primary Responsibilities

• Coordinate with a faculty mentor to guide and direct activities.
• Assist faculty members with collecting and analyzing data and reporting results on various research projects.
• Assist other students as part of the research team and take ownership in all aspects of the research project, including planning, data collection, data analysis, reports, and publications.
• Communicate project status to the faculty mentor as requested and help communicate with stakeholders.
• Mentor an undergraduate student.
• Ensure personal safety and the safety of others; exercise caution and practice safe work habits at all times.
• Observe security-sensitive procedures as required for this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Sul Ross State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities are afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing.