Graduate assistant jobs in Nevada - 20 jobs

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at ************** or ************. For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at **************. Job Description The University of Nevada, Reno's Graduate School is recruiting a Graduate Assistant (GA) to support the office's operations, programs, and research activities. This 20 hour per week position will work closely with the Director of Operations, and other key office personnel, to provide broad administrative support to staff and leadership, assist with office projects and events, and contribute to research and data focused initiatives. Responsibilities Office Administration Provide coverage for the front desk and phones, including during busy periods or when other staff are unavailable. Collaborate with staff on daily tasks related to the admissions and progression of graduate students. Respond to emails and phone calls, providing timely and accurate information. Review and process official letters and documents for students (e.g., recommendation letters, exception requests). Research and Data Initiatives Assist Director of Operations with data cleaning, analysis, and reporting. Support leadership with ongoing research activities, including project management, data collection, data analysis, generating tables/charts, and summarizing findings. Help maintain databases and spreadsheets to track key metrics. Prepare materials for presentations, reports, and grant submissions as needed. Prepare and update research-related documents, such as consent forms and recruitment materials, and coordinate with research teams for timely submission. Project and Event Support Assist office staff with the planning, coordination, and execution of Graduate School events, recruitment tabling, and workshops. Collaborate with office staff to create flyers, handouts, and digital assets related to events and programs. Assist with post-event evaluation by collecting feedback, compiling results, and summarizing recommendations for improvement. Required Qualifications Candidate must be admitted to a degree-granting program and be in good academic standing Candidate must have an overall GPA of at least 3.0 and be continuously enrolled in at least 6 graduate-level credits (600-700) throughout the duration of the assistantship Candidate must be a student at the University of Nevada, Reno Candidate must have proficiency with Microsoft applications, especially Excel for handling large data sets Candidate is detail-oriented with strong organizational skills Candidate has excellent written and verbal communication skills Candidate has excellent customer service skills Preferred Qualifications Experience working with graduate students. Ability to communicate with a wide variety of constituents, such as graduate students, faculty, administrators. Familiarity with campus operations (e.g., reserving rooms, coordinating catering). Experience with various software platforms including NevadaBox, Adobe Creative Suite, Qualtrics, Canvas, and other University software Schedule 20 hours per week 12-month contract Compensation Grade Graduate Assistant Yes Full-Time Equivalent 50.0% Required Attachment(s) Please note, once you submit your application the only attachment/s viewable to you will be the attachment/s to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment/s to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment/s will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at ************. Attach the following attachment(s) to your application Resume/CV - List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented. Cover Letter - (Required) This posting is open until filled Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received, or a hiring decision has been made. Posting Close Date Note to Applicant A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member's first day of employment. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process. Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks. For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment. Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs. The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). About Us The University of Nevada, Reno is a leading public research university committed to the promise of a future powered by knowledge. Founded in 1874 as Nevada's original land-grant university, the University serves more than 23,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and 63 countries. Classified by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education as an R1 (“Very High Research”) university, it is also recognized in the Carnegie Community Engagement classification. The University is also ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the “Best National Universities” and “Best National Public Universities.” It also ranks in the top tier of the WSJ/Times Higher Education World University Rankings and the New York Times' “Top Colleges for Economic Diversity.” Since 2009, nearly $1 billion has been has invested in advanced labs, facilities, and residence halls on the main campus. The University is home to Nevada's first medical school - the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine and the Wayne L. Prim Campus at Lake Tahoe, where education, research, and creative work thrive in a stunning mountain setting. The University delivers on its original land-grant mission with outreach across the state through the University of Nevada, Reno Extension, Nevada Agricultural Experiment Station, Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology, Nevada Small Business Development Center, the Nevada Seismological Laboratory, and Wolf Pack Athletics. The main campus is in Reno, Nevada, a burgeoning global technology hub with a vibrant midtown and downtown. Found where the high desert of the Great Basin meets the High Sierra and Lake Tahoe, the beautiful, 290-acre main campus is also a Nevada State Arboretum. The University's physical infrastructure is expanding with ongoing construction of the newly named John Tullock Business Building, set to open in fall 2025. Groundbreaking is also planned for a new State Public Health Laboratory Building on campus, alongside the recent acquisition of 16 parcels near campus, known as “University Village,” to provide affordable housing for graduate students and early career faculty. Collaborating with world-renowned organizations, the University fosters innovation through initiatives such as the Digital Wolf Pack partnership with Apple, which ensures equitable access to technology for students, providing new incoming freshman or transfer students with an iPad Air and accessories. Google's TechWise initiate is an 18-month program that fully supports undergraduate students in becoming entry-level software engineers by graduation. In 2023, the U.S. Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration (EDA) announced that Nevada - led by the University of Nevada, Reno - was named one of the inaugural 31 Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (TechHubs). Nevada was selected from a competitive pool of 489 applicants from across the United States and its territories. Nevada's Tech Hub will strengthen America's lithium batteries, critical elements and other electric vehicle materials industry sectors within the state. Through its commitment to high-impact education, world-improving research and creative activity, and outreach that's transforming Nevada's communities and businesses, the University continues its 150-year tradition of benefitting our state, nation and world. The University recognizes that diversity promotes excellence in education and research. The inclusive and engaged community on campus recognizes the added value that students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds bring to the educational experience. Today, the University delivers on its original land-grant mission of access to education and knowledge by investing in the academics, facilities, support, engagement and vibrant campus life that promote our diverse students' cognitive growth and academic achievement - all while remaining one of the best values in American higher education. For more information, please visit the University's website. University of Nevada, Reno