Half (.5) Graduate Assistant - Political Science BA and MPA Programs

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Position Information

Title Half (.5) Graduate Assistant - Political Science BA and MPA Programs Position Description

The Half Graduate Assistant (.5 GA) will work 10 hours per week and receive up to 15 credits of tuition and student fee waivers: 6 for fall, 6 for spring and 3 for summer.

Overview

The Department of Political Science invites applications for a Half (.5) Graduate Assistantship shared between the Democratic Governance and Leadership Program (DGLP) and the MPA programs. This position offers hands-on experience in applied public policy research, program development, and regional engagement. The Half (.5) Graduate Assistant will help launch a new Undergraduate Policy Lab, assist with programing, regional outreach and marketing eff orts, while also having the chance to help with academic research.

This is an excellent opportunity for graduate students interested in public administration, policy analysis, nonprofit leadership, governance, or higher education administration.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and launching the Undergraduate Policy Lab by conducting research on peer institutions and best practices, including helping design student training materials in policy analysis and research methods

• Support faculty research (survey design, focus groups, data analysis, literature reviews)

• This includes research on public views of governance, laws, and policy (Dr. Navarre) and sustainability and multilevel governance (Dr. Kim)

• Assist with DGLP programming (guest speakers, faculty panels, assessment)

• Support regional outreach eff orts in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island

• Assist with recruitment and marketing eff orts for MPA, and Policy Lab initiatives

Preferred Qualifications

Qualifications

• Enrollment in the MPA program or related graduate program
• Strong writing and research skills
• Interest in public policy, governance, or community engagement
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Experience with research methods or data analysis preferred

Physical Demands Special Conditions for Eligibility

Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer.

EEO Statement

Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hourly Rate $15

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number Stu05895P Open Date Close Date Open Until Filled Special Instructions to Applicants

The College of Graduate Studies (COGS) coordinates all of BSU's Graduate Assistantships. For more information on the program or for the status of your application, please contact:

Cassie Birch

c1birch@bridgew.edu

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you a Bridgewater State University graduate student accepted into a graduate degree program?

• Yes

• No

• • Which Graduate program have you been accepted into?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Have you held a Graduate Assistantship or Writing Fellowship in the past?

• Yes

• No

• • Have you ever worked on campus before?

• Yes

• No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Class Schedule