Graduate Assistant: Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR)

Job Posting Title:

Graduate Assistant: Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR)

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Hiring Department:

Undergraduate College

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

20

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FLSA Status:

To Be Determined at Offer

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Earliest Start Date:

Ongoing

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Position Duration:

Limited Duration Based on Business Need

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

The Office of Undergraduate Research is seeking applicants for a 20-hour graduate assistant position for Summer 2025, with the possibility of
continuing in the role for Fall 2025-Spring 2026. If you are interested, please send a cover letter, a CV or resume, and contact information for
two references to Dr. Robert Reichle (robert.reichle@austin.utexas.edu) by Friday, May 2, 2025.

The Office of Undergraduate Research offers advising and other resources to help undergraduates participate in research across campus.
We seek an assistant who is organized, communicates well, and enjoys working with undergraduates.

The graduate assistant will engage in a variety of program-related responsibilities and projects, including the following:

- Holding information sessions and individual advising

- Maintaining OUR social media and the Eureka database of student research opportunities

- Assisting in carrying out other OUR initiatives (e.g. events, outreach)

The appointed student will be required to complete new employee onboarding, including authorizing a criminal background check by the University, as well as completing an I-9 form. International students reach out to Texas Global concerning additional requirements & restrictions.

This position does not include tuition assistance. Health insurance coverage is provided. For more information about the Office of
Undergraduate Research, visit https://undergradcollege.utexas.edu/academics/undergraduate-research.

Appointed students can reach out to uc.hr@austin.utexas.edu concerning Graduate Academic Student insurance benefits & eligibility.

20-hour/week appointment

Hourly: $20

Dates: May 16, 2025 to Aug. 15, 2025

Requirements: Enrolled in at least 3 credit hours

Hours: Flexible within regular business hours

Most duties can be carried out remotely

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Employment Eligibility:

Please confirm your eligibility for this position here: http://www.utexas.edu/hr/student/student_acad_employment.html

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification: