Graduate Student Assistant

Liberty University • Lynchburg, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Graduate Student Assistant (GSA) works independently and exercises good judgment and discretion in an on-campus academic support role for the University. Duties may include teaching classes, overseeing students, grading assignments, scheduling, sending emails, and lecturing. The role works under the direction and supervision of an assigned Dean, Department Chair, or Professor and is limited to a maximum of 20 hours per week during the contracted appointment period.

The GSA supports assigned professors with class-related functions and may conduct or assist with research under a supervisor’s direction, in relation to departmental goals or needs and as approved by Academic Administration and The Graduate School. The assistant must attend required departmental and Graduate School events, orientations, and training; follow applicable University community standards, the Honor Code, and the Graduate Assistantship Handbook; and represent Liberty University in an exemplary manner while working effectively as a team member in support of LU’s mission.

The position is on campus in a climate-controlled, well-lit, moderately noisy environment, with occasional outdoor event duties. Local travel around campus or nearby locations may be required. The listed annual salary is $16,320 and may be prorated based on the term of appointment.

Requirements

• Must be accepted into or currently enrolled in a master’s or doctorate program by the start date.
• Must live in the local area to report to work on campus.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, using English in an articulate and professional manner.
• Ability to represent Liberty University professionally to business, government, and community customers and associates.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Computer and scheduling skills.
• Ability to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment to solve routine and complex problems.
• Ability to travel to local and campus locations.
• Ability to sit for deskwork or keyboarding, hear and speak, stand, walk, climb stairs, handle materials, reach overhead, kneel, stoop, and regularly lift 10 pounds or less.
• If driving is required, a valid driver’s license, acceptable DMV record, LU Driving Approval, and liability insurance are required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a four-year college or university.
• Enrollment in a master’s or doctorate program and previous teaching experience.
• Experience using Microsoft Office.
• Ability to attain an understanding of the technical systems that support the GSA role.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction and supervision of the assigned Dean, Department Chair, or Professor.
• Attend necessary events put on by the department and The Graduate School, as well as orientations and training sessions as directed.
• Follow Community Standards, the Honor Code, the Graduate Assistantship Handbook, and Liberty University policies.
• Create and edit PowerPoint, Excel, and Word documents.
• Track attendance using Top-Hat and post attendance in Canvas.
• Administer and proctor exams, monitor students during exams, answer questions, and manage Top-Hat or Canvas technologies.
• Grade subjective and objective quizzes, tests, exams, and written assignments within University-specified timeframes.
• Communicate with students through email and Canvas about absences, attendance issues, meetings, and course-related questions, responding within University-specified timeframes.
• Manage excused absences, doctors’ notes, and student-athlete matters.
• Provide academic accommodations as directed by the Office of Disability Accommodation Support, including coordinating tests and assignments with the Testing Center or modifying third-party tests or Canvas materials.
• Maintain regular business office hours and provide student availability and interaction in person or over MS Teams as directed by the supervisor, chair, or dean.
• Assist the department with miscellaneous administrative tasks, projects, and other assigned responsibilities.
• Assist the assigned professor with class-related functions.
• Assist with and conduct research under a supervisor’s direction in relation to departmental goals or needs, as approved by Academic Administration and The Graduate School.
• Represent the University in an exemplary manner and work effectively as a team member in support of LU’s mission.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level