Graduate Assistant – Villanova Institute for Research and Scholarship

Key Responsibilities

• Compile, organize, clean, and help analyze historical data on Villanova’s internal faculty research funding programs
• Create data tables, summaries, and reporting materials
• Document grant-related data capture and reporting processes to improve efficiency of annual data reporting
• Review, interpret, and track basic requirements for specified external funding opportunities and document processes to establish standard workflow
• Create and monitor funding opportunity postings and application forms in grant competition software (InfoReady)
• Other administrative operations as needed.

Requirements

• Current Villanova Master’s student
• Experience compiling, cleaning, and organizing data
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including using formulas, sorting/filtering, and basic analysis
• Ability to quickly understand and master new software platforms
• Strong organizational skills and problem-solving mindset
• Ability to deal discretely with confidential information
• Ability to work independently after training while following guidance and direction

Additional Information

Prefer candidates with an understanding of or interest in how a university organizes and manages its research enterprise. Should be a motivated worker dedicated to seeing tasks completed from start to finish.