College of Business Research & Project Assistant
TO APPLY:
To be considered for this position, please submit: 1) a cover letter; 2) a resume; 3) unofficial transcripts; and 4) contact information for three references to: kathleen.dale@mnsu.edu.
APPLICATION CLOSE DATE: April 24, 2024
POSITION START DATE: August 25, 2024
RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DESCRIPTION:
The graduate assistant will assist College of Business faculty and staff with research and special projects. Responsibilities include:
• Manage special projects.
• Provide research assistance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's Degree in Business or a closely related discipline.
- Eligible for admission to a Minnesota State University, Mankato graduate program.
- (Appointments are contingent upon acceptance into a graduate degree program.)
- Enroll for a minimum of six (6) graduate credits per semester.
- Maintain a minimum 3.4 GPA.
- 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:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated skill to work independently and cooperatively.
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
SALARY/STIPEND: Up to $10,000 (20 hrs/week) per academic year ($5,000 per semester) plus tuition stipends of 9 credits per semester, dependent upon availability of funds, period of appointment and assignment. Appointments made after the tenth day of classes are not eligible for tuition waiver.
RELATED INFORMATION:
Potential for renewal of appointment beyond the initial period of employment is contingent upon satisfactory performance and available funding. Graduate Assistants with a summer appointment must enroll for at least two graduate credits. Additional information about graduate assistantships at Minnesota State University, Mankato and application are available at: http://grad.mnsu.edu/. Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at www.mnsu.edu.
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
Dr. Kathleen Dale, Interim Associate Dean for the College of Business
Dean's office/College of Business
Minnesota State University, Mankato
120 Morris Hall
Mankato, MN 56001
Phone: 507-389-5333
TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711
Email: kathleen.dale@mnsu.edu
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