Student Research & Policy Assistant

American University; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

American University is seeking a part-time SSHRC grant Research Assistant to support two faculty on research papers, memos, and bibliographic searches. The role includes assisting with a policy workshop in Washington, DC, handling logistics, and coordinating with the budget person.

Ideal candidates have prior research and administrative experience and can commit September–March 2027. The position emphasizes trade policy topics with focus on Europe, Canada, and the United States, requiring strong

Qualifications

• Applicant must be a BA senior, MA, JD, LLM, or PhD student.
• Good research skills; knowledge of social science and legal databases.
• Ability to synthesize, read articles, proofread, and write succinctly.
• Self-directed and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist with research papers, memos, and bibliographic searches.
• Attend and help organize a policy workshop in DC; assist with logistics and budgeting.
• Support program planning and gather information related to research projects.

Skills

Research skills

Administrative experience

Independent work

Writing

Education

BA/MA/JD/LLM/PhD student

Tools

Research databases (social science & law)

Job description

American University is seeking a part-time SSHRC grant Research Assistant to support two faculty on research papers, memos, and bibliographic searches. The role includes assisting with a policy workshop in Washington, DC, handling logistics, and coordinating with the budget person.

Ideal candidates have prior research and administrative experience and can commit September–March 2027. The position emphasizes trade policy topics with focus on Europe, Canada, and the United States, requiring strong