Student engagement is part of our strategic plan and woven through our Quality Enhancement Plan for the reaffirmation of our accreditation through SACS, "Engaging Students in a Culture of Scholarship."
John T. Masterson, Executive Vice President and Provost, Texas Lutheran University
Employment Opportunities
CPR Graduate Assistantship (positions available July 2010)
CPR Graduate Assistantship
(positions available July 2010 - June 2011)
Thank you for your interest. All our positions for the 2009-10 academic year have been filled at this time, but we do sometimes have late openings so you may still submit your resume if you would like to keep your information on file with us. The selection process for 2010-11 begins in January, and we will solicit new applications at that time.
Position:
The Center for Postsecondary Research is accepting applications from qualified graduate students (doctoral students preferred) to work as a graduate assistant with various projects at the Center including the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE), the Beginning College Survey of Student Engagement (BCSSE), the Faculty Survey of Student Engagement (FSSE), the College Student Experiences Questionnaire (CSEQ), the National Institute for Learning Outcomes Assessment (NILOA), and outreach and research projects within the NSSE Institute.
The Center is a leading nationally-recognized research unit studying quality in postsecondary education, college student learning and development, and effective educational practice. The Center houses two of the largest databases on undergraduate college students in the United States, and also has major initiatives for service and outreach to higher education institutions. The Center provides a range of learning experiences for doctoral students in the higher education program. Additional information about the Center is available at: http://cpr.iub.edu/index.cfm.
Responsibilities:
Graduate assistants serve as Project Associates (PAs) with one or more projects in the Center. Specific responsibilities are dependent on the needs of the project, but most PAs have client service responsibilities, and manage project logistics, activities and timelines. In addition, PAs may compose, format and produce reports; manage and maintain project data; represent the Center and its projects at professional meetings; make conference presentations; provide support to research analysts, project managers and directors; plan meetings and events; and participate in staff meetings. Additional responsibilities may include data collection and analysis, survey development, website development, marketing and promotions, and additional client services.
Qualifications:
Preferred applicants should be admitted to a doctoral program in the School of Education. Master’s candidates with relevant experience may be considered. Experience in higher education administration, assessment, project management, research, excellent communication and organizational skills are desired. Quantitative or qualitative research skills are highly desired but not essential. Interest in and knowledge of higher education and college students is especially important.
Compensation:
12 month stipend of about $17,000 plus 30 credit hours tuition remission, and student health insurance included (health insurance coverage begins at the start of the corresponding academic term).
Application:
Send letter of application and resume to: Center for Postsecondary Research, 1900 E 10th St., Eigenmann Hall, Suite 419, Bloomington, Indiana 47406 (attn: PA position). Electronic applications are encouraged. Please submit your questions or materials to: cprjobs@indiana.edu. Applications will be accepted until positions are filled, but candidates are encouraged to apply early.