Graduate Assistant - Strategic Communication

Subdivision: School of Communication & the Arts, Division: College of Humanities, Education, & Social Science, Department: Health Communications. Location: Erie, Pa.

About the role

This is a professional position in which the graduate assistant will engage in work that benefits the program and school while providing valuable work experience.

Responsibilities

• Assisting faculty or adjuncts in the classroom as needed.
• Working with faculty on research projects.
• Working on external projects for community partners.
• Assisting with social media efforts for the School of Communication and the Arts.
• Planning and executing internal and external events.
• Assisting with various school and programmatic duties.
• Daily responsibilities vary depending on the needs of the faculty in the department.

Career Readiness Learning Objectives

• Career and Self-Development – The student will learn to work independently on projects and will be expected to take initiative and ownership of projects and tasks.
• Teamwork – The student will work closely with the faculty and staff in the School of Communication and the Arts to complete projects and plan and execute events.
• Communication – The student assistant will create social media content to communicate with internal and external audiences.
• Professionalism – The student will be responsible for maintaining a regular work schedule and representing the department as needed.

Requirements

• Graduate assistants must be students in the MA in Strategic Communication program.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills, including the ability to:
  • Work in a classroom.
  • Manage social media accounts.
  • Work in a busy office environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous research experience is beneficial.

Physical Demands

Demands consistent with a typical office position.

Schedule

• Position Length: 9 months
• Hours per Week: 10
• Work Schedule: Office hours, depending on candidate's schedule
• Shift: 1st