Stud Grad Assist-Research CAR

The Center for Adventist Research seeks a graduate student to join our collection processing team. This Grad Assistant position focuses primarily on processing manuscript and personal paper collections according to professional archival standards, contributing to long-term preservation and access to Adventist heritage materials. Training is provided.

Qualifications summary

Strong English-language research and writing skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently. Familiarity with using library and archival resources and preparing accurate, well-documented research outputs. Skilled with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace. Knowledge of or interest in Adventist history, archival practices, and additional language proficiency preferred. Must be a graduate student.

Duties and responsibilities

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  Process manuscript and archival collections following CAR’s established policies and procedures.
  


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  Arrange and describe materials to create accessible finding aids (registers).
  


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  Research and write historical context, biographical notes, and collection descriptions.
  


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  Perform data entry and metadata creation for archival management systems.
  


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  Assist with basic preservation tasks such as rehousing materials and labeling folders.
  


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  Follow all handling and security procedures for rare and unique materials.
  


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  Collaborate with CAR staff to ensure quality and consistency in collection documentation.
  


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  Other duties as assigned.
  

Supervisory responsibilities

None.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

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  Enrolled in an Andrews University graduate program.
  


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  Strong research and writing skills.
  


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  Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
  


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  Attention to detail and accuracy and strong organizational skills.
  


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  Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
  

Preferred Qualifications (Not Required):

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  Knowledge of Adventist history.
  


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  Experience in archives or special collections.
  


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  Familiarity with Library of Congress call numbers and library catalogs.
  


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  Additional skills relevant to Adventist history.
  

Technical competencies

N/A

Interpersonal interactions

Must be comfortable in an office setting with coworkers.

Physical demands

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  Ability to remain seated at a desk and work on a computer for extended periods.
  


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  Occasional walking, bending, or reaching to retrieve materials from shelves or storage areas.
  


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  Ability to handle and lift archival boxes or books weighing up to 20 pounds.
  


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  Sufficient vision to read printed and digital materials.
  


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  Clear verbal communication and ability to hear in a typical office environment.
  

Work environment

Typical office setting.