Graduate Assistant - Computer Science-18

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

About The Position

The Department of Computer Science at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking candidates to fill its available graduate assistant positions. The primary responsibility of the Graduate Research Assistant (GA) is to provide professional research support under the supervision of a member of the Graduate Faculty. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher education
Regular admission to a UA Little Rock graduate degree program or good standing with the UA Little Rock Graduate School for continuing graduate students
Ability to work the required hours (FT-50% - 20 hours per week/PT-25% - 10 hours per week) with regular attendance
Very good oral and written communication skills
Ability to work solo and in a team environment
Ability to understand business processes and workflow
Ability to answer computer questions in person, through email, and over the phone
Undergraduate knowledge of the courses in which they serve as a Teaching Assistant

Nice To Haves

Hold a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related area
Preference will be given to graduate students admitted to either the MS in Computer Science or the CIS PhD - Computer Science Track degree programs
Experience in the design, implementation, and analysis of software systems

Responsibilities

Attending class sessions
Teaching and assessment of courses and labs for the UA Little Rock Computer Science Department
Leading a class activity such as a discussion group or demonstration
Tutoring students
Working with diverse populations
Organizing different projects
Being accessible to students or colleagues through email and scheduled appointments
Preparing materials as needed as determined by the chair, graduate coordinator, and/or supervisor
Maintaining records and meet deadlines as required by administration
Respecting confidentiality of all individuals; comply with FERPA requirements
Assisting with other duties as assigned