Undergraduate Research Associate- CARE Framework Project

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 College of Arts and Letters at the University of North Georgia has received a grant from the Educating Character Initiative (ECI) to develop the CARE Framework ¿ a research-informed character development model centered on Compassion, Acceptance, Respect, and Empathy. The project spans all five UNG campuses and involves focus groups with diverse student populations (Hispanic/Latinx, first-generation, honors, adult learner, and military-affiliated students), institutional analysis, and community-wide dissemination.

This Undergraduate Research Assistant (RA) role is an excellent opportunity for a motivated senior student to gain real-world research experience on a funded, faculty-led project. The RA will work under the direct supervision of the PI and alongside a graduate student research assistant and two faculty Co-Investigators.

Responsibilities

• Focus Group Support

• Assist PI and co-investigators in co-facilitating semi-structured focus groups with student participants across all five UNG campuses

• Help manage session logistics: room setup, consent form collection, audio/video recording equipment, participant check-in, note-taking, and so on

• Data Management & Transcription

• Coordinate or conduct transcription of focus group recordings; review auto-generated transcriptions for accuracy

• Anonymize all transcripts according to IRB protocols (replace participant names/identifiers with participant codes)

• Maintain organized file structure and naming conventions across all project data folders

• Data Management & Transcription

• Coordinate or conduct transcription of focus group recordings; review auto-generated transcriptions for accuracy

• Anonymize all transcripts according to IRB protocols (replace participant names/identifiers with participant codes)

• Maintain organized file structure and naming conventions across all project data folders

• Dissemination & Closeout Support

• Assist in preparing the final CARE Framework summary report and webinar materials

• Support logistics for the university-wide dissemination webinar (registration, promotion, day-of coordination)

• Assist with final project archiving and file organization at project close

Required Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.
• Currently enrolled as a junior or senior at the University of North Georgia.
• Minimum 2.7 GPA
• Major or minor in Communication Studies, Psychology, Sociology, English, Education, or another CAL discipline.
• Should have prior coursework in research methods, writing, or social sciences.
• Should have experience in note-taking, academic writing, or peer mentoring/tutoring.
• Should have experience working with diverse student populations in academic, community, or extracurricular settings.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with faculty and students.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently.

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality with sensitive participant data.

• Availability to travel to multiple UNG campuses as needed (mileage reimbursed per UNG policy).

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 be required to drive.
• This role is not considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
• 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