Undergrad Research Mentor: Inspire Student Researchers

Columbus State University; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Albany State University is seeking reliable student research mentors to support undergraduate students in developing research skills and completing tasks under CTSE supervision. Mentors will provide academic guidance, organize materials, and maintain a welcoming CTSE environment for students and visitors.

The role requires current enrollment, strong communication, and excellent customer service. Prior mentoring or office experience is a plus; background checks apply and sponsorship is not

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled at Albany State University and maintain satisfactory academic progress.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team is needed.
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable behavior is expected.
• Previous office or leadership, mentoring experience is preferred.
• GPA of 3.0 or above is desired.
• Experience preparing PowerPoint and conducting presentations.
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Experience working with college students in higher education is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one academic mentoring to undergraduate research students.
• Offer guidance to students new to academic research programs.
• Assist in developing research ethics: study hours, time management, and project completion.
• Support faculty mentors in research activities.
• Publicize and present undergraduate research activities in classes (in-person and online).
• Assist CTSE staff in organizing undergraduate research and symposia.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and office information.
• Deliver awareness about research participation and workshops.
• Motivate mentees to complete research projects.
• Handle data organization and routine office tasks; prepare materials for events.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Independence

Punctuality

Mentoring experience

Office equipment

Education

Currently enrolled at Albany State University

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

Job description

Albany State University is seeking reliable student research mentors to support undergraduate students in developing research skills and completing tasks under CTSE supervision. Mentors will provide academic guidance, organize materials, and maintain a welcoming CTSE environment for students and visitors.

The role requires current enrollment, strong communication, and excellent customer service. Prior mentoring or office experience is a plus; background checks apply and sponsorship is not