McNair Scholars Graduate Student

About the role

The Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program prepares eligible undergraduate students for graduate education, with an emphasis on doctoral study. The program provides research experiences, graduate school preparation, academic and professional development, mentoring, and other services designed to help scholars successfully pursue advanced degrees.

Responsibilities

• Mentor scholars and assist with graduate school preparation, academic and professional development, and connection to appropriate university resources.
• Support recruitment and outreach efforts, including communicating with prospective scholars and participating in interviews.
• Assist with planning, coordinating, and facilitating workshops, events, research-related activities, and other program initiatives.
• Manage program social media and develop digital content highlighting scholar accomplishments, research experiences, graduate school preparation, program activities, and recruitment opportunities.
• Maintain accurate student records and assist with tracking scholar participation, services, and program activities.
• Communicate with faculty, university departments, and external organizations to support scholar and program needs.
• Provide administrative and operational support for program initiatives and other responsibilities as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrate the ability to engage and collaborate effectively with others.
• Enrolled at Gannon University in a graduate program full-time.
• Cumulative GPA of at least 3.00.
• Evidence of excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated.
• Some travel is required.