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University Writing Center Graduate Assistant - Research Writing Coordinator
James Madison University | |
United States, Virginia, Harrisonburg | |
800 South Main Street (Show on map) | |
April 26, 2024 | |
Working Title: University Writing Center Graduate Assistant - Research Writing Coordinator State Role Title: Graduate Assistant Position Type: Graduate Assistant Position Status: Part-Time College/Division: Student Academic Success & Enrollment Mgt Department: 100546 - Learning Centers Pay Rate: Stipend Beginning Review Date: Specify Range or Amount: Is this a JMU only position? N/A Is this a grant-funded position? No Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No About JMU: Located in the heart of Virginia's beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA. With a population of just over 53,000, Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in the Commonwealth of Virginia. JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students, faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 20,000 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty. General Information: The University Writing Center (UWC), one of the Learning Centers programs, is an academic support resource that assists JMU students, faculty, and staff on their writing through appointment-based consultations, course workshops, and online resources. The bulk of our work is the writing consultations that are conducted either online or in person in the Learning Centers space on the first floor of the Student Success Center that employ a collaborative peer education model. Duties and Responsibilities: UWC Graduate Assistants will work directly with JMU students, faculty, and staff as peer educators on the consulting schedule, and they will, together with the UWC faculty, comprise the Leadership Team that oversees the center's daily operations and strategic planning. Graduate Assistants will decide upon specific projects with their UWC faculty supervisors; Their additional associated responsibilities might include conducting and/or presenting research for the UWC, mentoring undergraduate consultants, and facilitating workshops in classrooms. Qualifications: The UWC is interested in a wide range of disciplinary backgrounds. Candidates should: Conditions of Employment: Students may apply to a graduate assistantship prior to being accepted into a graduate program. However, to be eligible to receive an assistantship upon entry into a graduate program, the following criteria must be met: Additional Posting Information: Applications will be accepted through April 19 and reviewed on a rolling basis. The positions will remain open until filled. We know that many students need to know quickly about GA placements. Please get materials in quickly so we can also work to get you interviewed and placed quickly. EEO Statement: James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status. Reasonable Accommodation: If you are a student with a disability and need assistance please contact the Office of Disability Services at (540) 568-6705 or disability-svcs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the Office of Disability Services, located in the Student Success Center, Suite 1202 and they will be happy to assist you. |