Student Assistant - Richards College Management Department, Graduate Level
Listed on 2026-01-23
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Education / Teaching
Academic, University Professor
Job Title:
Student Assistant - Richards College Management Department, Graduate Level
Location:
UWG Recruiting Location
Regular/Temporary:
Temporary
Full/Part Time:
Part-Time
Job
Since 1906, the University of West Georgia (UWG) has been home to those who seek a transformative college experience. UWG is a leading residential, doctoral comprehensive university that offers a broad undergraduate and graduate curriculum based on a liberal arts foundation. Nestled among the pines on a picturesque 645 acres is the University of West Georgia- a hidden gem approximately 40 miles west of Atlanta.
Serving approximately 16,000+ students, and offering more than 100 programs, UWG is committed to advancing innovative academic programs and a student-centered business model. Perennially ranked by U.S. News & World Report, the Princeton Review, and Colleges of Distinction as a top national university, West Georgia offers 86 fields of study, including business, computing, nursing, education, STEM, communication and digital media, social sciences, and the fine and performing arts.
UWG generates a regional economic impact of more than $650 million annually and provides a safe, quality, and affordable university experience that connects students to post-graduate career and leadership opportunities. UWG has been recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for its institutional commitment to community engagement through teaching, research and creative activities, and public service. West Georgia is one of only 119 U.S. colleges and universities to receive the elective classification in 2020 and is among only 359 institutions nationally.
Dedicated to creating a first-choice university for students, alumni, employees, and communities, UWG seeks employees who will advance and support the University's mission of fulfilling the talent needs of western Georgia and the Atlanta metropolitan area, while contributing to the social, cultural, and economic development of the region and state.
The Student Assistant will support the Department of Management and MIS in a variety of academic and administrative functions, including research assistance, teaching support, tutoring, and departmental operations. This position provides an opportunity for graduate students to develop professional skills while contributing to daily operations of the department.
Key Responsibilities- Teaching Support (60%):
- Assist in providing live-stream support for courses cross-listed in Carrollton and Newnan. Tasks include classroom set up the Carrollton to allow video and sound to transmit/receive (camera, microphone, and classroom projector set up, and video feed login). During class session, monitor and address any technical issues.
- Provide tutoring and academic support for undergraduate students (primarily CISM 2201 which often has enrollment of 200+ students per instructor and is Excel-intensive).
- Help prepare instructional materials (e.g., slides, handouts, case studies), primarily when course preparation involves research to ensure the curriculum remains up to date.
- Grade quizzes, assignments, and exams under faculty guidance.
- Assist in proctoring exams.
- Learn and assist with the Course Den platform.
- Research Support (25%):
- Assist faculty with academic research, including literature reviews, data collection and analysis, and preparation of manuscripts or presentations.
- Conduct independent research tasks under faculty supervision as needed.
- Administrative Support (15%):
- Support departmental events, workshops, and guest lectures.
- Assist with communication tasks (email correspondence, scheduling, announcements).
- Maintain records, files, and documentation related to faculty or departmental projects.
- Perform clerical duties such as copying, scanning, or organizing course materials.
- Gain practical experience in academic research and teaching methodologies.
- Develop analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
- Build professional relationships with faculty and peers.
- Enhance readiness for careers in business, academia, or research.
$17.00/hr
PLEASE NOTE:
Eligibility for this role is limited to graduate students. Candidates must…
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