Graduate Assistant

About the role

The School of Professional & Continuing Education (SPCE) at James Madison University invites applications for a 20 hour/week graduate assistantship reporting to our Associate Dean overseeing our academic partnerships with colleges and schools at JMU.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Work with Associate Dean to conduct needs assessments, market research, design and development of surveys, and data analysis (qualitative and quantitative as needed)
• Conduct literature reviews for topics related to innovative program delivery, needs of adult learners, student services, and other subjects as needed; review and synthesize literature to provide summaries and foundation for presentations and publications
• Work with staff to brainstorm, identify, research, interview, and draft compelling impact-based narratives to help tell SPCE’s story, including student and faculty profiles, student testimonials, user experiences
• Assist with event planning and management as needed
• Other tasks and special projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Experience with research design and data analysis
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and visual)
• Experience with event planning
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• A friendly and professional demeanor