Post Bac Research Assistant and Course Liaison-Part time

Grinnell College • Grinnell, IA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Post Bac Research Assistant is responsible for supporting faculty members by conducting library and archival research, literature reviews, managing bibliographic data, maintaining files, transcribing archival sources and oral history interviews, and proofreading. This role also acts as a liaison between the Great Plains Action Society in Iowa City and a spring Grinnell Course on Intentional Communities. Library and archival work will be conducted primarily at the University of Iowa Libraries in Iowa City, with occasional work at Grinnell College Library and the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library. Research may include day trips to visit Rockford University’s Archives. This role will be not more than 18 hours per week, with a total of 975 hours per year.

Requirements

• Four-year degree in the humanities with background in philosophy and disability studies.
• Champions Diversity Equity and Inclusion
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and electronic library and research databases.

Nice To Haves

• background in feminist epistemology and care theory.
• Ability to use Zotero and Dropbox.

Responsibilities

• Conduct library, archival, and other research in support of faculty research projects.
• Maintain accurate records of research sources and materials.
• Organize, maintain, catalog, and transcribe photographs, documents, and other materials collected through archival research.
• Develop and maintain organized research files and documentation to support ongoing scholarly work.
• Assist with the preparation and management of research materials for future analysis and use.
• Conduct literature searches and prepare literature reviews on assigned research topics.
• Review and synthesize relevant scholarly materials.
• Summarize research findings and prepare supporting documentation for faculty research projects.
• Serve as a liaison between the College and community partners to support student community-engaged learning and service opportunities.
• Coordinate communication, scheduling, and logistical arrangements among faculty, students, and community partner representatives.
• Facilitate student community service activities at the community partner's location(s).
• Support coordination and planning for a Spring 2027 course involving the community partnership, including communication with faculty and community partner representatives regarding course activities and engagement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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