Graduate Assistant (College of Science & Mathematics)

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 University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for up to six Graduate Assistants in the College of Science & Mathematics on the Dahlonega campus. The graduate assistants will work closely with the CSIS department in conducting research and teaching activities, as well as work with the college faculty and staff to perform various business-related duties. Graduate assistants must be available to perform most of their work on the Dahlonega campus. Specific hours can be arranged with the supervisor. The graduate assistants will work up to 12.5 hours per week. This position will include a tuition waiver. This post fills several positions

Please note that the Cover Letter submitted with the application MUST answer the following question:

What do you hope to learn as a graduate assistant in the College of Science & Mathematics?

Responsibilities

• Teaching activities - assist department professors with instruction to include assisting with lectures, recording attendance, grading assignments, proctoring examinations, holding office hours, shredding individualized materials, etc. The teaching assistant will not have primary responsibility for a course or serve as the instructor of record.
• Research activities - engage in literature reviews, data collection (qualitative and quantitative), analysis, and research preparation; participate in institutional review board processes.
• Event planning and management activities: assist with events, meetings, and orientation sessions, host external guests, attend and participate in professional events, work with other graduate assistants and undergraduate student workers.
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Excellent time-management skills.
• Strong writing and interpersonal skills and abilities.
• Excellent Microsoft office skills.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree required by time of hire.
• Must be enrolled in the Master of Science in Computer Science with a minimum of 6 credit hours by time of hire.
• Must maintain a GPA of 3.25 in the qualifying degree program.
• Proficiency in one or more computer programming languages is required.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is essential.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with statistical programs and databases such as SPSS, MS Access, and R is advantageous.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume

Cover Letter

• Unofficial Transcripts
• Contact Information for Three Professional References

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

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

• Position of Trust + Education