Political Science Research Assistant (part-time TEMPORARY)
About The Position
Dr. Kirk Hawkins in the Political Science Department is seeking a part-time staff research assistant to work with him until August 2026. Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU! The mission of Brigham Young University — founded, supported, and guided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — is to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life. All employees of Brigham Young University (BYU) agree to maintain the standards of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as defined by the CES Honor Code and Dress and Grooming Standards, both on and off campus, 24 hours a day.
Requirements
- A firm commitment to the mission of BYU
- Some college experience
- Work experience under Dr. Kirk Hawkins and familiarity with his current research projects
- Experience working with Team Populism
- All Staff positions require a resume.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree
Responsibilities
- Train a student employee on being an administrative assistant for Team Populism, an international scholarly network
- Train a team of undergraduate research assistants to study textual analysis using LLMs
Benefits
- Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
- Access to the library
- Free on-campus parking
- Free UTA pass
- Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
