Graduate Research Assistant

Pay Range: Targeted salary up to $23,934.00 annually, depending on experience. Benefits eligible.

About the Role

The University Experiences Graduate Assistant program supports promising individuals committed to a career in marketing, communications, and event management at the collegiate level while pursuing graduate studies. The Graduate Assistant will assist with planning and executing OU events and experiences, including ribbon-cutting ceremonies, tailgates, graduation ceremonies, receptions, dinners, lecture series, luncheons, and other events. The appointment includes a bi-weekly stipend and health insurance coverage. Graduate Assistants are required to work an average of 20 hours per week during the academic year, with a schedule that varies based on event needs and may include nights and weekends around their class schedule.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the compilation and management of guest and attendance lists.
• Organize event support materials.
• Prepare nametags and other event materials.
• Pack/unpack event supplies and equipment.
• Develop and manage Qualtrics surveys for data collection.
• Assist with event set up and tear down on-site, as needed.
• Provide on-the-ground coordination during events to ensure smooth execution.
• Professionally answer event-related phone calls and emails.

Skills and Qualifications

• General office and customer service skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, and Word).
• Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong initiative to solve problems.
• Verbal and writing skills to communicate and interact effectively, respectfully, and appropriately with various populations in the Department, the University, and the community.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Must be a current or incoming OU Graduate Student planning to be enrolled in the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters. Applicants need not be admitted into the Graduate College to apply, but no offer of employment will be extended without verification of Graduate College and program acceptance and enrollment.
• Must attach Fall 2026 class schedule OR letter of intent for graduate school.
• Valid driver’s license may be required for specific assignments.

Required attachments: Resume, Cover Letter, Class Schedule.