Student Graduate Assistant - Presidents Office

About the role

The successful candidate will conduct archival research and supervise undergraduate research assistants’ work in the University archives, as well as other repositories identified by the History Project team and relevant to the historical record of the University. The graduate research assistant will keep a record, organize, and analyze data related to the History Project, with experience in historical research methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop archival strategic plans aligned with research objectives agreed upon with the research team.
• Identify, locate, and organize research materials related to Tulane’s history.
• Supervise undergraduate research assistants or other personnel on research-related tasks.
• Search for and review published literature on research topics related to the History Project.
• Perform data processing, digitization, and collaborative work on project-related events or tasks.

Requirements

• Knowledge of historical methods and archival research methods.
• Academic expertise in one or more of the following subjects related to the History Project:
  • History of the African Diaspora
  • Atlantic Slave Trade
  • New Orleans/Gulf South
  • 20th Century U.S. South
• Knowledge of higher education research principles and practices.
• Skill in planning, organizing resources, and establishing priorities.
• Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships, including supervising or mentoring undergraduate students.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in using personal computers and related basic software applications.

About Us

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