Graduate Research Assistant (0000GA11)

Description

Title: Graduate Research Assistant

Hiring Unit: School of Communication and Information, College of Social Sciences

Location: Manoa Campus

Date Posted: March 24, 2026

Closing Date: Continuous recruitment until position filled; application review to begin on May 1, 2026

Salary Information: Step 15 - $29,148 annual (MA Program); Step 17 - $31,524 annual (PhD Program)

Monthly type: 11 month

Full/time/part time: Part time - Full time equivalency 50%

Temporary/Permanent: Temporary

Graduate Research Assistant (American History and Civics Education National Activities – Seminars)

The Graduate Assistant will provide research, technical, and administrative support for the Civic Futures project, a three-year initiative to strengthen civics education in Hawai‘i. The primary focus during the initial 11-month term will be supporting the development and production of the 12-part "Constitutional Conversations Series," including managing the coordination of the recording and completion of interviews with local constitutional experts.

Other conditions:

Extramural funds. Appointment to begin Summer 2026. The initial appointment is scheduled to run through Spring 2027. Continuation is contingent upon project needs, satisfactory work performance, academic progress, and availability of funds.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Technical Production Support: Assist in the logistics, preparation, and on-site support for recording interviews with key constitutional experts, covering the initial phase through the completion of interviews.

2. Script and Content Development: Support Civic Fellows and Instructional Designers by assisting with the research, script review, and preparation of thematic content for the "Constitutional Conversations Series" video modules.

3. Digital Platform & Tool Support: Assist in the development and refinement of the project's digital tools, including initial work on the Founding Fathers AI Chatbot and modular lessons.

4. Administrative & Research Assistance: Provide general support to the Principal Investigator and Project Director, including tracking project tasks, conducting literature reviews, and managing documents related to project activities.

5. Other related duties as assigned.
   
   

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Classified, full-time (minimum 6 credits) graduate student in good academic standing (GPA of 3.0 or above) at the University of Hawai'i at Manoa. Certificate and non-degree students are not eligible.

2. Demonstrated organizational and time-management skills to meet project timelines and milestones.

3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

4. Proficiency in standard office software and research tools.

Desirable Qualifications:

1. Prior experience or coursework in a field relevant to the project, such as Political Science, Constitutional Law, History, Education, or Communications/Media.

2. Experience with audio-visual recording, editing, or technical production of educational content.

3. Familiarity with curriculum design, Open Educational Resources (OER), or digital learning platforms. Experience or interest in the application of AI or chatbot technologies in an educational context.

To Apply: Submit the following materials to Dr. Colin Moore: Cover letter explaining how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications, curriculum vita or resume, names and contact information (including email addresses) of 2 professional references, and official transcripts (copies are acceptable; however, official transcripts are required prior to hiring). For security reasons, do not send applications via email. Applications must be submitted electronically to Dr. Colin Moore at cdmoore@hawaii.edu via UH FileDrop Services at https://www.hawaii.edu/filedrop/ with the expiration timer for the file upload to 7 days. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Application materials will not be returned.

Inquiries: 

Dr. Colin Moore, cdmoore@hawaii.edu

EEO, Clery Act, ADA

The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status.  For more information, visit:  https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/

Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.

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Accommodation Request:  The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly.  Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.  For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/

Salary : $15,000 - $29,148