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Posting Details

Posting Details

Position Title Research Assistant Work Study Citizenship and Service-Learning

Student Status Work Study Required- You are required to be a Federal Work Study Recipient to hold this position.

Work Location Springfield Campus

Department Citizenship & Service Learning

Hiring Range $15.00

Sponsorship Information

Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

Department/Employer Operating Hours 8:30 to 5 PM

How many hours per week are required? 7 to 10

Description of Primary Duties

Purpose/Role of the Position: The Student Research Assistant will work for the Citizenship & Service-Learning office to support various projects and initiatives with research. This role involves conducting literature reviews, collecting and analyzing data, and assisting in the preparation of reports and presentations. The position provides the student with hands-on experience in research methodologies and practices, focusing on community engagement and service-learning.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Literature Review: Conduct comprehensive literature reviews to gather relevant information on service-learning, community engagement, and related topics.

+ Data Collection: Assist in designing and implementing data collection methods, including surveys, interviews, and focus groups with students, faculty, and community partners.

+ Report Preparation: Assist in writing research reports, summaries, and presentations to communicate findings effectively to stakeholders.

Occasional Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist with additional tasks that support Citizenship & Service-Learning, such as event planning, public relations, marketing, and basic data management.

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

+ Enrollment Status: Must be currently enrolled as a student at the institution.

+ Skills: Proficiency in research methodologies, data analysis software, and strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

+ Experience: Previous experience in research or related fields is preferred. Relevant coursework in research methods, statistics, or related disciplines is advantageous.

+ Availability: Ability to commit to a regular schedule with flexibility for deadlines and special projects.

Required Certifications

None

Additional Qualifications

None

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please complete an application or stop by our office – Library 305, or email us with your resume. You can submit an email to: [email protected]

Contact Information

Dr. Katherine Nordyke

Citizenship and Service-Learning

Meyer Library 305

417-836-6060

[email protected]

Disclaimer Disclaimer for off campus positions only. #STU

Equal Opportunity Statement

Non-Discrimination Statement

Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.

The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, [email protected], 417-836-4252.

Posting Detail

Open Date 08/01/2025

Close Date 09/19/2025

Posting Number 20250104STU

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Work Study Award Letter (Student)

Optional Documents

+ Resume

+ Cover Letter

Supplemental Questions

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