What are the responsibilities and job description for the RSSI Graduate Research Assistant position at tamus?
Job TitleRSSI Graduate Research Assistant Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service Department 4-H Youth Development Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationCollege Station, Texas Job TypeGraduate Assistant Job Description Job Description Summary The graduate assistant will provide research support to the Rural Student Success Initiative, which includes data collection and analysis, program evaluation research, and data synthesis. Candidates should be familiar with drafting research articles for publication. The applicant's research focus should be in postsecondary access and preferably have an interest in rural students. Also, candidates must possess a sincere interest in expanding access for underserved youth from rural regions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Research and collect data. Conduct literature reviews. Assist with data management and perform basic statistical analyses. Develop assessment and evaluation tools. Other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to organize and multitask functions to ensure compliance with deadlines. Understanding of IRB protocols and application procedures Excellent interpersonal relationship and communication skills. Problem analysis and problem-solving skills. Ability to use statistical software programs. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. As the largest comprehensive agriculture and life sciences program nationally, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies within the Texas A&M University System With over 5,000 employees, and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, the environment, and the economy of Texas and the nation through education, research, extension and service. If your goal is the pursuit of excellence and your vision is to make a difference in this world, we invite you to explore our opportunities to discover what a career at Texas A&M AgriLife has to offer you. Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Texas A&M AgriLife Research College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University Texas A&M Forest Service Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory Texas A&M AgriLife collaborates with Prairie View A&M University, Tarleton State University, Texas A&M University-Commerce, Texas A&M University-Kingsville and West Texas A&M University as well as with other public and private partners. Prospective employee benefits Retirement programs Commitment to inclusive excellence Strategic plan