Graduate Assistant - Undergraduate Research Center

TO APPLY:  

In order to be considered for this position, please submit: 1) A letter of application; 2) A brief resume; 3) unofficial transcripts; 4) contact information for three references to destiny.lee.2@mnsu.edu.

APPLICATION CLOSE DATE: April 10, 2024

POSITION START DATE: August 25, 2024

RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DESCRIPTION: 

• Coordinate with the Director to ensure that the grant applications are assigned to the reviewers, prepared for funding and disbursed. 
• Coordinate with the Director for planning and execution of the Undergraduate Research Symposium and NCUR. 
• Serve as program liaison with URC Faculty Council and Student Council, including providing leadership development, event support, and general mentoring. 
• Assist with URC specific academic advising to support students with grant writing and poster preparation. 
• Assist in furthering the success of the URC through contributing to programming initiatives with specialized interests. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• A Bachelor's Degree
• Must be a full-time degree-seeking student admitted to a graduate program at Minnesota State University, Mankato.
• Enrollment in a minimum of six (6) graduate credits per semester.
• Strong oral and written communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with undergraduate research, leadership development, and cultural engagement opportunities.
• Must have basic computer knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Must be willing to maintain a 20 hours per week schedule that includes flexibility as specific scheduling needs arise.
• Admitted to a Minnesota State University, Mankato graduate program by start date.
• Enrolled in a minimum of six (6) graduate credits per semester during assistantship, and in good academic standing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Experience with a university research program and/or in serving highly motivated undergraduate students.
• Knowledge of and willingness to learn about course-management software (D2L, Blackboard, etc.) and web editing.
• Demonstrated ability to work with peers from various racial, cultural, and economic backgrounds.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.

SALARY/STIPEND: Up to $10,000 plus tuition stipends, dependent upon availability of funds, period of appointment, and assignment. Appointments made after the tenth day of classes are not eligible for a tuition waiver. 

RELATED INFORMATION: 

Minnesota State System policy requires that graduate assistants must reside within the State of Minnesota for the duration of their appointment. 

Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at www.mnsu.edu. 

CONTACT 

Destiny Lee, Administrative Assistant 

Undergraduate Research Center 

Minnesota State University, Mankato

Morris Hall 265

Mankato, MN 56001 

Phone: 507-389-5191 

TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711 

Email: destiny.lee.2@mnsu.edu

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Minnesota State University, Mankato has a long-standing commitment to diversity and is actively seeking to nurture and enrich its underrepresented communities. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. Requests for reasonable accommodation of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the Office of Human Resources, 507-389-2015 (V), 800-627-3529 or 711 (MRS/TTY). This vacancy notice is available in an alternative format upon request. Minnesota State University, Mankato is an affirmative action/equal opportunity University and is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System.