Student Assistant - AmericaView Project

Job Title: Student Assistant - America View Project

Location: UWG Recruiting Location

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job : 295480

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, UWG is approximately 40 miles west of Atlanta and serves more than 16,000 students with over 100 programs.

UWG is committed to advancing innovative academic programs, a student-centered business model, and community engagement through teaching, research, creative activities, and public service. The university’s comprehensive rewards package supports faculty and staff with health plans, wellness programs, retirement options, paid holidays, tuition assistance, and a range of discounts through the Perks at Work program. Carrollton, the city of the university, offers a vibrant community with excellent K‑12 schools, cultural events, dining, and recreation, making it a desirable place for faculty and staff to live and work.

Work approximately 14 hours per week at a rate of $15 per hour as an America View Project Assistant. Responsibilities include supporting research article development and providing assistance with America View project activities. An on‑campus, face‑to‑face meeting is required, with the possibility of teleworking.

• A current UWG student enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours
• Must have and maintain a 2.0 GPA
• Capability of working with Geographic Information Systems, QGIS, Python programming, and GIS data.

• Attend weekly meetings on campus.

• Good writing
• Communication skills.

• School Transcripts

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