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Office of Provost and University Housing
Office of the Provost and University Housing
Graduate Assistantship Available for 2008-2009
One quarter-time (1/4), 10-hours a week, 9-month departmental program assessment graduate assistant position available for the 2008-09 academic year.
The University of Iowa is working to create a comprehensive Living-Learning Community Program to enhance the academic experience of University of Iowa students. This position will work closely with University Housing to develop desired learning outcomes and measurements for the living-learning communities and academic initiatives in the residence halls. The position entails assessing Living-Learning Communities, assessing multiple aspects of residential learning experiences, and developing on-going assessment tools for University Housing. Some work hours may be conducted outside of 8-5 office hours as needed. This position falls under COGS regulations and benefits.
Interested applicants should submit the following:
1. A letter of application addressing why the applicant is interested in the position and how the applicant meets the requirements for the position, including relevant coursework.
2. A resume with the names and contact information of two faculty or supervisors who can comment on the applicant’s qualifications.
3. A sample of research or writing that can be evaluated as part of the selection process
Submit the letter of application and resume with references by 8/29/2008 to Heather Stalling, Academic Initiatives Manager, Office of Residence Life-University Housing, 260 Stanley Hall, 335-3700.
Required Qualifications:
· Candidate must have be in a doctoral degree program at the University of Iowa
· Candidate must have completed graduate-level training and course(s) in assessment
Preferred Qualifications:
· Familiarity with University Housing/Residence Life
· Previous experience with developing learning outcomes and assessment tools
· Candidate must be able to work independently
· A record of previous published submissions to a refereed journal is preferred
The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.
The University of Iowa requests this information for the purpose of processing your employment application. No persons outside the University are routinely provided this information, except for items of directory information such as name and local address. If you fail to provide the required information, the University may not consider your application. The University does not discriminate in its educational programs and activities on the basis of race, national origin, color, religion, sex, age, disability, or veteran status. The University also affirms its commitment to providing equal opportunities and equal access to University facilities without reference to affectional or associational preference. For additional information on nondiscrimination policies, contact the Coordinator of Title IX, Section 504, and the ADA in the Office of Affirmative Action, Telephone (319) 335-0705, 202 Jessup Hall, The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA 52242-1316.
The terms and
conditions of employment, including but not limited to wages and
benefits, in this position are governed by a collective bargaining
agreement between the Board of Regents, State of Iowa, and UE Local
896/COGS, the union representing graduate teaching and research
assistants at the University of Iowa. Copies of this collective
bargaining agreement are available from the Union and may be viewed
either from the University web site:
http://www.uiowa.edu/hr/relations/Cogs/cogs.pdf
or from the Union web site:
http://www.cogs.org