Management Research & Program Assistant to the George Washington Chair of Ethics

About the position

The George Washington Chair of Living Ethics seeks a motivated Management Research Assistant to support its mission of fostering ethical leadership and community engagement through education, research, and outreach. This part-time position is designed for an MBA or upper-level undergraduate student who is passionate about ethics and leadership and eager to contribute to a leading resource for the community. The Assistant will work closely with the Chair to promote ethical practices in education, business, politics, and religion, supporting initiatives that enhance community prosperity and dialogue while reflecting the virtues and vision of George Washington.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research on ethics and leadership, including literature reviews, data analysis, and interviews, and assist with research compliance, including Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes, if applicable.
• Develop compelling marketing materials (e.g., brochures, newsletters, social media posts) to promote the Chair's mission, events, and publications.
• Organize and oversee guest speaker events, managing logistics, scheduling, and creating supporting documents (e.g., speaker briefs and agendas).
• Assist in planning and executing fundraising activities, such as events or campaigns, to sustain the Chair's programs and initiatives.
• Create essay opportunities or similar initiatives to engage students and community members in ethics-based discussions and critical thinking.
• Support budget management by tracking expenses, ensuring efficient resource use, and assisting with financial documentation.
• Partner with the Chair, board members, and external stakeholders (e.g., Shepherd University, Chambers of Commerce, businesses) to advance the organization's goals.
• Prepare reports, presentations, or summaries to communicate research findings, event outcomes, or project progress.
• Provide general assistance, such as scheduling meetings, maintaining records, and supporting daily operations.

Requirements

• Current enrollment in an MBA program or upper-level undergraduate (junior-senior) studies, ideally with coursework in ethics, leadership, business, or related fields.
• Strong research skills, including conducting literature reviews, analyzing data, and synthesizing information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for creating professional and engaging content.
• Proven organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Basic financial literacy for budget tracking and oversight.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and research databases (e.g., JSTOR, Google Scholar).

Nice-to-haves

• Creativity and experience in marketing or content creation (preferred but not required).
• Passion for ethics, leadership, and community engagement, aligned with the Chair's vision and mission.
• Experience with design tools (e.g., Canva).

Benefits

• Part-time employment opportunity.
• Experience in a leadership and ethics-focused environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to community engagement initiatives.