Graduate Employee-CARES-Research Assistant

Posting Details

Posting Information

Requisition 202400389ST Title Graduate Employee-CARES-Research Assistant Employee Class Student Employee College Work Study Position No Department Dept of Educational Leadership Division Division of Academic Affairs Hours per week 20 Hiring Rate

$2,750/month

Preferred Student Classification

Doctoral student status preferred; Full-time graduate student status required

Nature & Purpose of Position

Graduate Research Assistant

The Graduate Research Assistant plays a crucial role in advancing the mission of the Center for Assessment, Research, and Educational Safety (CARES), dedicated to the development, engagement, and dissemination of innovative research and training in school and university safety. The focus areas include threat assessment, behavioral health, and educational safety, spanning from grade school through higher education. The graduate research assistant is expected to contribute significantly to the research process, marketing, dissemination, and training efforts in CARES, showcasing excellent communication skills and a commitment to supporting CARES in achieving its objectives. This position is grant funded and is set to end 08/2027.

Key Qualifications:

• Exceptional Research and Communication Skills
• Proficiency in Managing and Assisting in All Aspects of the Research Process
• Report/Publication Writing
• Video and audio file management and editing
• Training development and support

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Principal Investigator, Graduate Research Assistants, and other Professional Staff in both research projects and operational needs of CARES.
• Maintain professional communication in person, via phone, and through email.
• Conceptualize creative designs for projects, reports, publications, trainings, and podcasts.
• Create clear instructions or edit existing instructions for tasks related to work with surveys and research projects.
• Collect and enter data while maintaining the confidentiality of information.
• Assist in creating research and training products, including survey and interview questionnaires, training courses, and research protocols.
• Write reports/publications and conduct literature reviews.
• Maintain strong attention to detail.
• Engage in trainings, webinars, and other professional development opportunities.
• Present research findings at conferences, webinars, and other relevant platforms.
• Assist in finding, drafting, and applying for grant funding.
• Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned.
• Some in-state travel is possible.
• Well-versed in computer science and contact data collection

In addition to a competitive salary, qualified candidates may be eligible for tuition support.

Other Requirements for the Position Open Date 04/22/2026 Position Number

Contact Information

Contact Name & Title Matthew Fuller, Ph.D., Professor and Director, CARES Contact Phone 936-294-3399 Contact Email mbf005@shsu.edu Contact Building & Room # Contact Fax Contact Instructions Summary

EEO Statement

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Reference Contact Information
• Writing Sample

Optional Documents

• Media Presentation

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you currently enrolled as a student at Sam Houston State University?

• Yes

• No

• Please describe any experiences you have creating and supporting podcasts and other marketing materials

(Open Ended Question)

• What has been the greatest impact a research project you have led or played a substantial role in has had on society?

(Open Ended Question)

• This position will require the creation of podcast episodes, marketing materials, and promotional campaigns. Please describe your experiences creating any of these products.

(Open Ended Question)