Brenau University hiring Graduate Assistant in Gainesville, GA | LinkedIn (2024)

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Brenau University's Writing Center is seeking a Graduate Assistant. The Writing Center has provided free peer-tutoring services at Brenau for 25 years, with a focus on holistic development of writers. We currently serve both online and on-ground students at the undergraduate and graduate levels. We are accepting candidates from any degree program or field.

Since the Writing Center has both online and on-ground components, the candidates would not need to attend classes on the Gainesville campus in order to apply to or hold this position.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Work with students in regular tutoring shifts throughout the fall and spring semesters
• Develop and deliver course workshops on relevant topics as needed
• Develop promotional content for the Writing Center as needed
• Other administrative duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a graduate program at Brenau through at least Spring 2025

Application Process

• Interested graduate students should send a CV, a writing sample (5-10 pages of academic writing), and a short letter of interest in the position.

Environmental And Working ConditionsNormal environment found in an educational setting. Some exposure to outdoors and varying weather conditions may be required.

Physical Demands And AptitudesSedentary work. Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must have the ability to walk short distances, and/or drive a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.

Work Hours20 hours per week. Schedule will be set in consultation with Director.

Home Campus DesignationThis position is an on-ground position in Gainesville, GA.

Licensure RequirementsIf the position you are applying for necessitates that you hold a professional degree, license, or certification, then proof of such professional degree, license, or certification must be provided in addition to this application for Brenau University to consider your application for employment. Failure to provide proof of professional degree, license, or certification when applicable may result in rejection of an application.

All positions will be filled pending budgetary review.