Historical Politics Research Assistant

University of Pikeville; Pikeville (KY); On-site; USD 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

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.