Graduate Program Assistant - Office of Undergraduate Research and Creative Inquiry
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 6, 2024
Graduate Program Assistant - Office of Undergraduate Research and Creative Inquiry
Reporting to the institutional Director of Undergraduate Research and Creative Inquiry, the graduate program assistant will provide support in coordinating campus-wide undergraduate research activities and initiatives at Virginia Commonwealth University.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Supports students currently engaged in undergraduate research with enhanced support and resources
- Assists in marketing and promoting undergraduate research activities to VCU students (both summer and academic year opportunities)
- Supports students seeking undergraduate research opportunities, including conducting informational meetings, distributing promotional materials, facilitating open houses, and providing workshops with students, faculty, and staff on UROP-related issues.
- Advises potential student applicants and faculty mentors
- Assists with Federal Work Study Research Assistantship recruitment and onboarding process (in coordination with Coordinator)
- Facilitates UROP award announcements for all undergraduate research programs
- Assists with planning and coordination of Annual Poster Symposium for Undergraduate Research and Creativity
- Experience as an undergraduate researcher
- Experience mentoring and/or advising undergraduate students
- Strong writing, public speaking, and student engagement skills
- Interest in academic program management and coordination
- Previous or current research experience
Department: Academic Affairs, Office of the Provost
Employment Type: G9 - Graduate Assistant 9
Restricted Status: No
FTE: 0.5
Salary: $17,500
