Graduate Assistant Positions

Etruscan Press (2 openings)

Online, 3 credits. Student will be responsible for performing 9 hours of service per week for the semester. Duties will include, but are not limited to, editing, copy work, and grant writing.

Student will gain valuable knowledge regarding the day-to-day workings of a small press, including editing, copy work, and grant writing.

Etruscan Press (Assistant Editor)

Online, 3 credits. Student will be responsible for 9 hours of service per week and will train to be an assistant editor for Etruscan Press. Student will provide any additional office and project support as needed.

Student will gain a working knowledge of the duties of an assistant editor of a small press.

Kaylie Jones Books

Online. 3 credits. Student will be responsible for performing 9 hours of service per week. Duties will include, but are not limited to, manuscript editing, and developing/enacting a marketing campaign for new book releases, including social media content.

Student will gain knowledge of publishing a book from manuscript to printing and marketing within a small press.

Blue Moon / HaveScripts

Online. 3 credits. Student will be responsible for performing 9 hours of service each week. Duties will include, but are not limited to, acting as an editorial assistant to Jean Klein at Blue Moon Plays, a company that produces approximately ten new scripts per year.

Student will gain knowledge of the workings of a playwriting production company including the editing and production of new plays.

CW Office Assistant

Hybrid: in-person and online (preference for a student who lives in the NEPA area). 3 credits. Student will be responsible for performing 9 hours of service per week, assisting the director and administrative assistant with a variety of tasks, including but not limited to assisting with social-media marketing, office reorganization, representing the program at local conferences, recruitment assistance, assisting during the residency, and directly assisting the office staff in other development projects.

Student will gain knowledge regarding the operations of a low-residency creative writing program.

CW Community Outreach Coordinator

Online. 2 credits. Student will serve as a resource for our students as they address one of the requirements of the MFA Program, which is to “use your writing talents to give back to your community”; and plan, organize, and execute community-building activities during the semester and at the residencies.

CW Publication Editor

Online. 3 credits. Student will be responsible for performing 9 hours of service per week collecting, drafting, and editing news stories for the program's newsletter, Revise This! Student will also be responsible for inviting and coordinating guest bloggers on the Creative Writing blog, The Write Life.

Managing Editor, River & South Review

Online. 3 credits. Student will be responsible for performing 9 hours of service per week. Duties will include, but are not limited to: overseeing editorial team, managing the editorial and production calendar to ensure timely release of issues, individual meetings with genre editors to determine which pieces will be selected to be discussed by full team, managing the submission process in Submittable, planning/creating/posting social media content, and bringing strategic ideas to editorial team for consideration.

Student will gain knowledge of managing the creative and production logistics of an online literary journal.

Hippocampus Magazine

Online. 3 credits. Student will be responsible for performing 9 hours of service per week. Duties will include, but are not limited to, reading submissions and developing content to promote magazine issues, books, or press-sponsored events.

Student will gain knowledge of publishing and promoting a literary magazine and become familiar with small press practices.

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Applicants interested in any of these positions should e-mail their completed application to Dr. David Hicks at david.hicks@wilkes.edu

The Office of Academic Success (OAS) and the Career Center for Development and Internships (CCDI) welcomes applicants for the position of graduate assistant for the 2024-2025 academic year. This individual will be responsible for performing up to 20 hours of service per week during the fall and spring semesters.

OAS Responsibilities

In the Office of Academic Success, the GA’s responsibilities will be to guide students to develop their own learning strategies in individual sessions and manage weekly study lab hours for the EDGE program.

The position also involves overseeing SI/tutor sessions and schedules in conjunction with the tutor coordinator. The GA will help promote OAS resources, develop and present workshops, keep records, and make referrals to other campus resources.

CCDI Responsibilities

The GA will help to fill the coverage and availability needs of professional staff at the Center for Career Development and Internships. They will assist in providing information on career services available to walk-in students, inform and assist students regarding registering for academic internships, assist the internship coordinator in tracking internship hours and paperwork via LIVE, and assist the career director with research and technology related to the Handshake career system software.

The GA will also help in offering workshops, pop-ups, and outreach activities for the career and internship programs.

Required Skills

• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Be self-motivated
• Work well in a collaborative environment
• Produce high quality, accurate work in a timely manner

To apply for this position, please send a letter of interest and your resume to Katy Betnar, Executive Director of the Office of Academic Success. If you have any questions related to this position, please contact Katy Betnar or Carol Bosack.

The mission of the Office Diversity Initiatives (ODI) is to educate, mentor and coordinate educational, cultural, and social programs to enhance the student experience in creating a well-versed student. ODI helps students broaden their perspective in promoting intercultural dialogue, awareness, civic engagement, and value diversity, equity, and inclusion.

This is done through collaboration with academic programming, training, conferences, mentoring and support from faculty, staff, and campus community. Serve and provide support for students with disabilities, veteran’s status, gender/sexuality, and historically marginalized communities and all students.

Responsibilities

• Support all programs provided by the Office of Diversity Initiatives (e.g. Open House, accepted student day & graduation, trainings, and Diversity Student Leadership conference at Wilkes)
• Assist with Diversity, equity and inclusion planning events on campus and off campus
• Serve in an assistant advising role with several Wilkes University student clubs including the Multicultural Student Coalition (MSC), the Black Student Union (BSU), the Wilkes African Cultural Association (WACA), the Student Organization of Latinos (SOL), and the Wilkes step team  
• Supervise/Chaperone cultural, social events and off campus conferences
• Assist with the successful implementation of the RISE & Metamorphosis mentoring program. These programs are to aid in the retention of our underrepresented students. These programs also focus on creating a sense of belonging and providing students skills and tools to ensure their collegiate success.
  • Assist with bi-weekly planning meetings
  • Send email reminders of events
  • Connect with and schedule potential guest speakers for presentations
• Assist with successful implementation of the D.I.V.E certificate
• Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Reservation of the Savitz Lounge room
  • Administrative duties
  • Restock of the Colonel cupboard
• Assist with marketing and social media post of events and monthly celebrations

Requirements

Graduate assistantships are opportunities for matriculated students in a Wilkes graduate program. All areas of study are eligible. Assistantships typically last from 12 to 18 months. Hours required per week are 25 hours. Evening and weekend work will be required. The position offers up to a possible, but no more than 24 credits per year. 

Location

The Graduate Assistant position will have an office space located in the Hub in the Max Roth Center.

Compensation

• $3000 stipend per semester
• Graduate tuition (9-12 credits) per semester, amount granted for tuition will be dependent upon credits taken

To apply for this position, please send a letter of interest and your resume to Erica Acosta, Director of Diversity Initiatives.

The Nesbitt School of Pharmacy Office of Academic Affairs welcomes applicants with an interest in higher education administration and leadership for the position of graduate assistant for the 2024-2025 academic year. This individual will be responsible for performing up to 20 hour of service per week during the fall and spring semesters. Preference will be given to graduate students enrolled a graduate education program.

Responsibilities

The graduate assistant will work alongside the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs to support academic affairs initiatives for the pharmacy program. This opportunity will provide hand-on experience in the following areas:

• Support project management for curriculum revisions
• Support the curricular revival teams within the Nesbitt School of Pharmacy
• Support academic affairs planning and execution
• Facilitate academic affairs-related communication within the Nesbitt School of Pharmacy and the broader University
• Relationship building with Nesbitt School of Pharmacy faculty, staff and administration

Compensation

$15,000 in total compensation is available to the successful candidate in tuition remission and up to $5,000 in stipends. The final allocation of these funds will be agreed upon by the successful candidate and the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs

Interested applicants should forward a cover letter and CV to Dr. Jennifer Malinowski at jennifer.malinowski@wilkes.edu. The position will remain open until filled.

The Office of Technology for Teaching and Learning is seeking a graduate assistant to help support the daily activities of the department. The selected Graduate Assistant would participate as an OTTL team member working alongside instructional designers to support faculty in their use of technology for teaching, assist in the course development process, and participate in the planning, support and delivery of training and professional development opportunities for faculty. The role would be customized to the degree program in which the student is enrolled as well as their individual needs and that of the department. Position can be modified for either local or distance participation. This is a great opportunity for a teacher during the summer semester.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with staff to complete daily support tickets
• Assist faculty in solving educational technology problems
• Assist in and support the design and development of online courses
• Identify and implement a special project that supports the strategic plan of the department as well as meets the needs of the student’s program outcomes
• Identify and recommend educational technology tools and create supporting use cases
• Participate in departmental professional development activities
• Identify and summarize evidence-based research on educational technology, distance teaching and learning, and related topics determined by upcoming workshop topics
• Utilize university and department tools and systems to communicate and demonstrate productivity

Requirements

• Must be able to quickly gain sufficient knowledge of the operations and function of the department
• Must be available during some portion of University business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.) to consult with staff, participate in training, etc.
• Must be able to participate in occasional department meetings and/or other relevant team meetings
• Must have own up to date computer with high-speed internet access and webcam if working remotely
• Meet the Graduate Assistant Criteria as outlined on the graduate assistantship page.

Background, Skills and Competencies

• Preferred enrollment in MS in Education or EdD; Preferred majors include Instructional Technology Specialist, Online Teaching, or Instructional Media but will consider others with an ed tech background
• Non-education graduate students may apply if they have prior education or teaching experience and possess the other background, skills and competencies.
• Basic knowledge of any instructional design or teaching models/methods
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google applications or similar
• Prefer some experience with educational technology apps, tools or systems and some experience working in a learning management system

Compensation

Compensation will be a combination of tuition remission and stipend for hours worked.

Position is available immediately. While tuition remission is not available for the fall 2023 semester, a pro-rated stipend is available for the remainder of the fall semester. Candidates can also choose to start their assistantship with the beginning of the spring semester in January, 2024.

Next Steps

Interested candidates should follow the GA application process listed at the top of the page and send your completed application materials to kristine.pruett@wilkes.edu. Questions about the position can be sent to the same address. Please indicate when you are available to start.

Supervisor: Stacy Mullen
Director of Student Development
stacy.mullen@wilkes.edu

Description

The mission of Wilkes University’s Office of Student Development is to offer educational and social experiences that enhance the quality of student life and learning. The department oversees the following Student Affairs functions:

1. Student Activities
2. Leadership Programs
3. Community Service
4. E-Mentoring
5. Orientation

Furthermore, Student Development serves as advisors to Student Government and Programming Board. An assistantship in the Office of Student Development will allow an applicant to:

• Be surrounded by professionals who are active, creative, passionate, and committed to improving the lives of all Wilkes students.
• See students grow and change as a result of the work that is done within the department.
• Build and enhance a host of relationships on campus that will be applicable to a future profession in Higher Education or any network, as these skills transferable to many professions.

Duties

• Assist the Wilkes Adventure Education Coordinator with any necessary tasks, events and activities
• Assist with set-up and distribution of the monthly Produce Pop-Up
• Assist as an additional chaperone for student activity day trips and on-campus events
• Assist with the marketing of all Student Development activities/events
• Assist in the advising role for Wilkes University’s Programming Board
• Assist with Student Government programming and activities
• Update and refine community partner agency contact information to cast a wider net from Luzerne and Lackawanna counties
• Assist in representing the department at University functions such as Open House, Admitted Colonels Day and Commencement
• Assist student leaders in the facilitation of events involved in the National Society of Leadership and Success induction process and act as a department liaison between the University and the assigned NSLS representative
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Graduate assistantships are opportunities for matriculated students in a Wilkes graduate program, preferably in the area of Education, though students from all areas of study are eligible. Assistantships typically last from 12 to 18 months, and require working 25 hours per week. Evening and weekend work will be required. The position offers up to a possible, but no more than, 15 credits per year.

Location

The Graduate Assistant will have work space located in the Henry Student Center.

Compensation (Fall and Spring)

Compensation for the graduate assistant position includes a total of $7,500.00 per semester, which can be allocated towards tuition and a stipend. The specific distribution of funds will be determined through discussions between the supervisor and student.

The position of Writing Center Graduate Assistant is designed to provide administrative support to the Writing Center Director, to the Writing Center’s Peer Consultants, and for faculty working in close relation with the Writing Center. The Graduate Assistant’s areas of responsibility and duties involve internal work (i.e., duties in regards to the Writing Center’s internal operations), and external work (i.e., duties pertaining to the Writing Center’s relations and cooperation with faculty and staff across the Wilkes University campus).  Experience with ELL instruction is especially desirable.

This position will serve as a professional and educational development experience for graduate students. To meet this expectation, the position of Writing Center Graduate Assistant will offer practical experience to those students pursuing continuing graduate studies or careers in the areas of: English literary studies; Creative Writing; professional writing and writing consultation; Education; Rhetoric and Composition studies; Communications; and continuing graduate studies or professional work in any field in which writing is of key significance.

Oversight and Performance Evaluation

The Writing Center Graduate Assistant is hired, supervised, mentored, evaluated, and rehired by the Writing Center Director, in cooperation with the English Program Chairperson, and other relevant administrative constituencies at Wilkes University.

Performance evaluations are to be conducted by the Writing Center Director at the end of each academic semester (mid-contract and end-of-contract).

Application Requirements

• Adherence to the requirements of the Wilkes University Criteria for Hiring and Rehiring Graduate Assistants
• Job Letter
• Resume or CV
• Enrollment as a full-time graduate student and maintaining a 3.0 or above GPA within, in addition to satisfactory degree progression towards completion of, one of Wilkes University’s graduate programs
• As per Wilkes University policies regarding Graduate Assistantships, completion of print and electronic versions of application materials
• As per Wilkes University policies regarding Graduate Assistantships, participation in an on-campus (or virtual) interview
• As per Wilkes University policies regarding Graduate Assistantships, submission of two letters of reference

Competencies

• Experience with and/or interest in the pedagogy and process of peer tutoring in writing, ideally as gained in the position of Writing Center Peer Consultant or related undergraduate and graduate studies
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction and/or ESL-student support; theoretical and applied Rhetoric and Composition; pedagogical theory and practice; theoretical and applied grammar; technical writing; professional writing; the supervision, training, and mentoring of undergraduate students
• The successful completion of advanced undergraduate courses in which writing is of key significance, regardless of the discipline
• High-level skills in the areas of: reading; writing; written and verbal communications; use of technology in support of reading, writing, revision, and research

Job Requirements

• An average total of 15 weeks of work per academic semester
• An average total of 10 hours per academic week, performing all related duties, including any online/virtual work duties
• An average of 2 hours per week, as a subset of the above 10 hours per week, performing writing consultation and/or administrative duties within the Writing Center, including online synchronous consultations
• An average of 1 hour per week, as a subset of the above 10 hours per week, dedicated to the monitoring of the Online Writing Center dashboard and completion of asynchronous reviews of OWC submissions
• Attendance at all Writing Center ENG 190 C bi-weekly training sessions, unless absence is approved by the Writing Center Director
• Active involvement in the ongoing professional training and development of undergraduate Writing Center Peer Consultants in ENG 190 C
• Active participation in the Writing Center Graduate Assistant’s own ongoing professional training and development, as designed and implemented—under the rubric of mentoring—by the Writing Center Director
• As per Wilkes University policies regarding Graduate Assistantships, review of mid-contract and end-of-contract evaluation materials

Responsibilities

• Reading the most recent Wilkes University Writing Center Training Manual and discussing the Writing Center’s pedagogical philosophy, work procedures, and professional ethics with the Writing Center Director prior to the beginning of the fall semester
• Assisting the Writing Center Director in the supervision and mentoring of undergraduate Writing Center Peer Consultants—while maintaining that the Writing Center Director be responsible for decisions regarding hiring, work policies and pedagogical practices, and termination of student employment
• Providing academic support for the undergraduate and graduate student clients of the Writing Center through in-person consultations, synchronous meetings, and asynchronous written feedback (in the Online Writing Center)
• Assisting the Writing Center Director in the development of campus-wide in-person, synchronous, and asynchronous workshops on writing-related topics
• Leading campus-wide in-person and synchronous workshops on writing-related topics independently and in collaboration with the Writing Center Director and/or Writing Center Peer Consultants
• Assisting the Writing Center Director in faculty relations efforts (such as scheduling in-class visits to courses taught across the curriculum)
• Assisting the Writing Center Director in campus communications via messaging on Today@Wilkes, Instagram, and paper flyers
• Assisting the Writing Center Director in collecting Writing Center data and compiling administrative reports
• Working in collaboration with the Writing Center Director, Peer Consultants, and Wilkes University faculty in scholarly projects relating to Writing Center operations (including possible attendance and presentation at local, regional, national, and international scholarly conferences)

Compensation

• $6,200 total tuition remission + $2,000 stipend ($8,200 in total compensation)

Interested applicants should forward the graduate assistant application, cover letter, CV, and letters of recommendation to Dr. Sean J. Kelly, Writing Center Director, by July 16, 2024.