Historical Politics Research Assistant

University of Pikeville

Pikeville (KY)

On-site

USD 12,000 - 15,000

Part time

14 days+
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Job summary

University of Pikeville invites applications for the Political Science Research Associate (Syck) role. The position supports faculty research by transcribing, indexing, proofreading, and assisting with analysis of historical texts.

Ideal for students who pay close attention to detail and demonstrate strong typing and interest in political history. The role is based in Armington Learning Center, with a Monday–Friday schedule and a pay rate of $9.75 per hour.

Qualifications

  • Ideal for students with attention to detail, strong typing skills, and interest in historical political scholarship.
  • Experience transcribing or proofreading is a plus.
  • Familiarity with indexing themes and concepts for publication is desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Transcribe a scanned book into a Word document with high accuracy.
  • Create a careful index of themes and concepts for publication.
  • Communicate effectively with supervisor about problems that arise during work.
  • Read and understand 19th-century American writing styles.
  • Assist supervisor with proofreading of original material.

Skills

Communication
Teamwork
Professionalism
Career & Self Development
Critical Thinking
Community Transformation
Leadership
Technology

Tools

Word

Job description

University of Pikeville invites applications for the Political Science Research Associate (Syck) role. The position supports faculty research by transcribing, indexing, proofreading, and assisting with analysis of historical texts.

Ideal for students who pay close attention to detail and demonstrate strong typing and interest in political history. The role is based in Armington Learning Center, with a Monday–Friday schedule and a pay rate of $9.75 per hour.

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