RSSI Graduate Research Assistant

Texas A&M University System•College Station, TX

24d•$600

About The Position

The graduate assistant will provide research support to the Rural Student Success Initiative, which includes data collection and analysis, program evaluation research, and data synthesis. Candidates should be familiar with drafting research articles for publication. The applicant's research focus should be in postsecondary access and preferably have an interest in rural students. Also, candidates must possess a sincere interest in expanding access for underserved youth from rural regions. As the largest comprehensive agriculture and life sciences program nationally, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies within the Texas A&M University System With over 5,000 employees, and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, the environment, and the economy of Texas and the nation through education, research, extension and service. If your goal is the pursuit of excellence and your vision is to make a difference in this world, we invite you to explore our opportunities to discover what a career at Texas A&M AgriLife has to offer you. Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Texas A&M AgriLife Research College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University Texas A&M Forest Service Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory Texas A&M AgriLife collaborates with Prairie View A&M University, Tarleton State University, Texas A&M University-Commerce, Texas A&M University-Kingsville and West Texas A&M University as well as with other public and private partners. Prospective employee benefits Retirement programs Commitment to inclusive excellence Strategic plan

Requirements

Ability to organize and multitask functions to ensure compliance with deadlines.
Understanding of IRB protocols and application procedures
Excellent interpersonal relationship and communication skills.
Problem analysis and problem-solving skills.
Ability to use statistical software programs.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.