Graduate Assistant - Environmental and Public Health Sciences

About the University

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. UC is a mission-driven organization committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service, thriving on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.

Responsibilities

A student work assignment which provides support for an apprenticeship period, during which the student enhances his/her scholarly and professional skills. Perform various duties related to specific scholarly and professional skills.

Requirements

• Must be registered for at least twelve graduate credit hours each quarter of the academic year.
• Must meet eligibility criteria published by graduate programs that make awards and appointments.

Career Path

A ULEO Apprentice will be eligible for promotion to ULEO 1 upon attendance and successful completion of a certified Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA).

Benefits

• Comprehensive Tuition Remission – UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
• Robust Retirement Plans – As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.
• Real Work-Life Balance – UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
  • Vacation and sick time
  • 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
  • 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
• Additional Benefits Include:
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
  • Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
  • Professional development & mentorship opportunities