Student Assistant - Office of Research & Sponsored Projects

Middle Georgia State University; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Middle Georgia State University in Macon, GA is seeking a Student Assistant for the Office of Research and Sponsored Projects. This temporary, part-time position provides essential administrative support to ORSP faculty and staff.

You will collaborate with faculty to support grant applications, assist with data entry, handle calls and outreach, and help with data collation and research tasks. The role requires current MGA enrollment and at least 6 credit hours.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a student at Middle Georgia State University
• Must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours during semester of employment
• Demonstrated excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage time
• Proficient with office software and data entry

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with faculty and staff to support grant applications and research
• Be helpful and a resource to all students, staff, faculty and visitors entering the office
• Assist ORSP director with administrative duties such as data entry, answering incoming calls, office outreach (email, media, phone), copying and filing
• Collate data and investigate topics/research on behalf of the office

Skills

Excellent oral and written comms

Excellent organizational skills

Customer service skills

Time management

Office software proficiency

Tools

Office software

Job description

Job Title: Student Assistant - Office of Research & Sponsored Projects

Location: Middle GA State University

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job ID: 305653

About Us

Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree-granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation program, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.

Job Summary

This position of Student Assistant hired for the Office of Research and Sponsored Projects (ORSP) will provide essential administrative support to Graduate School¿s ORSP faculty and staff.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with faculty and staff to support grant applications and research
• Be helpful and a resource to all students, staff, faculty and visitors entering the office
• Assist ORSP director with administrative duties such as data entry, answering incoming calls, office outreach (email, media, phone), copying and filing
• Collate data and investigate topics/research on behalf of the office

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a student at Middle Georgia State University
• Must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours during semester of employment
• Experiences that demonstrate the following skills:
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Time management and ability to meet deadlines.
  • Computer literacy and use of office software

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Skill in oral and written communication
• Skill in organization and project management
• Time management skills
• Analytical skills and problem solving
• Skill in interpersonal relations and dealing with varied stakeholders
• Computer literacy and familiarity with office software

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent: CORE VALUES: Stewardship - Engagement - Adaptability - Learning

Equal Employment Opportunity

Middle Georgia State University is committed to ensuring a safe learning environment that supports the dignity of all members of the University community. Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG) and Middle Georgia State University. Pursuant to Board of Regents Policy Section 6.6 , federal and state laws and regulations, and our vision, mission, and values, Middle Georgia State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Background Check

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation, including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.