Graduate Research Assistant, Curriculum & Instruction Program

University of North Georgia

GA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Academic Writing, Alliance/Partner Management, Communication Skills, Community Development, Data Collection, Economic Development, Federal Contracts, Focus Groups, Interviewing Skills, Leadership, Military, Multitasking, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Purchasing/Procurement, Qualitative Analysis, Quantitative Analysis, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, Writing Skills
LOCATION
GA
POSTED
2 days ago

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the universitys signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNGs Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction program at the University of North Georgia is seeking a graduate student research assistant to support the Presidential Special Initiative project, UNG Community Partnerships Advancing STEAM Learning. This position will assist with educational research, community partnership development, curriculum innovation, and scholarly dissemination activities.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with the design and implementation of grant-related educational research activities.
  • Conduct virtual interviews, focus groups, and other data collection activities with project participants and community partners..
  • Analyze qualitative and quantitative data and contribute to the preparation of research reports and findings.
  • Contribute to scholarly dissemination efforts, including literature reviews, conference proposals, presentations, and manuscript preparation.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to organize, manage, and complete multiple tasks independently

Required Qualifications

  • Must hold a bachelors degree and be currently enrolled student in the UNG M.Ed. Curriculum & Instruction program at the time of application and must remain actively enrolled in the M.Ed. Curriculum & Instruction program through July 2027.
  • GaPSC teaching certificate required
  • Strong academic writing skills and be a current UNG M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction student

Required Documents to Attach

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Contact Information for Three Professional References

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

  • This is not a supervisory position.
  • This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
  • This position will not be required to drive.
  • This role is considered a position of trust.
  • This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
  • This position will not travel
  • This position does not require security clearance.

Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.

Background Check

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