Prairie View A&M University

Job Title

Graduate Research Assistant | School of Architecture

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

School Of Architecture

Proposed Minimum Salary

$1,600.00 monthly

Job Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Graduate Assistant

Job Description

We are seeking highly motivated doctoral students at Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) to join an interdisciplinary research team working on a grant-funded project, with the possibility of involvement in future projects. The research focuses on the built environment, social behaviors, health fairness, and health outcomes. This position is ideal for doctoral students who wish to gain practical experience in research design, data collection, data analysis, and the preparation of scholarly reports and publications.

Responsibilities:

Research:

• Conduct thorough literature reviews on the relevant research topics
• Assist in designing, distributing, and collecting surveys and other instruments
• Support qualitative and/or quantitative data analysis
• Draft sections of research reports, presentations, and manuscripts for publication
• Help organize and document research meetings
• Communicate with study participants and coordinate logistics under faculty supervision

Publishing:

• Assisting with manuscript or grant development and writing
• Preparing reports or presentations
• Publication support

Required Education & Experience:

• Applicants must be currently enrolled in a doctoral program at Prairie View A&M University.
• Must be in good academic standing (SAP) as demonstrated through your college; minimum 2.0 GPA
• For work eligibility during a summer term, a student must be enrolled for at least six (6) graduate or undergraduate semester credit hours during the term in which the work is to be done or preregistered at least six (6) undergraduate semester hours or nine (9) graduate semester hours for the upcoming fall term.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Preference will be given to students in the Psychology or Educational Leadership PhD programs.
• Prior research experience—such as conducting literature reviews, analyzing data, or contributing to academic writing—is strongly preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong organizational, writing, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Familiarity with data analysis tools is a plus
• Selected candidates must complete IRB (Institutional Review Board) training as part of research compliance. Failure to complete the training in a timely manner may result in delay or termination of the appointment

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• N/A

Job Posting Close Date:

• Until filled.

Required Attachments:

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines:

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements:

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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