Graduate Research Assistant

$37,440 - $37,440/Yr

University of St. Thomas - Saint Paul, MN

Part-time - Intern

Saint Paul, MN

Educational Services

About the position

The Graduate Research Assistant position at the University of St. Thomas is designed for currently enrolled Master of Social Work students to support faculty in various scholarly activities. This role involves assisting with library and literature searches, field research, project management, curriculum development, and teaching technology. The position typically awards between 50 to 100 hours for the academic year, providing valuable experience in social work research and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Support faculty in library and literature searches.
• Assist in field research activities.
• Manage projects related to the MSW program.
• Contribute to curriculum development efforts.
• Utilize technology in teaching and research.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled, degree-seeking student in the Master of Social Work program at the University of St. Thomas.
• Computer aptitude and skill.
• Comfort with Microsoft Office and Office365.
• Experience with Canvas Learning Management System.
• Experience with statistical software such as SPSS.
• Self-motivation and organizational skills.
• Interest in social work research and research methods.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with online database searches.
• Skills in data collection and analysis.
• Ability to conduct content analysis.
• Experience in presenting research results.

Benefits

• Gain valuable research experience in social work.
• Flexible work hours to accommodate academic schedule.