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Graduate Assistant - Rural Health

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

To apply, please attach a cover letter and current resume. The cover letter should address the applicant’s work availability. Review begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number Stu03165P
Home Org Name Office of Public Service
Division Name Assoc Prov & VP for Outreach
Position Title Graduate Assistant - Rural Health
Working Title (if different from Position Title)
Job Summary
Outreach at Auburn University is excited to begin the search for a Rural Health Graduate Assistant! The position shall be for a minimum duration of one academic year. Graduate Assistantship opportunity in University Outreach to oversee special projects and programming.

This position will apply functional knowledge, skills, and abilities from the educational program that are related to the administration and management of audiology services. The benefits added to the student’s educational experience will be related to enhancing their ability to conduct research and coordinate clinical practices that improve scientific understanding of auditory and communication processes and disorders.

Why should YOU consider student employment at Auburn University?
  • Gain valuable work experience! Student employment allows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.
  • Build your network! Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors.
  • Make a difference. Have the satisfaction of knowing YOU are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.
Essential Functions
  • Schedule meetings and maintain documentation.
  • Serve as communication contact with a variety of constituents, including elected and appointed city and state leaders.
  • Attend local/state-wide/regional meetings as assigned.
  • Attend outreach activities and/or assist in hosting events and activities as assigned.
  • Prepare and compile qualitative and quantitative project reports.
  • Travel: Up to 20% of time
Minimum Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled in graduate program of study at Auburn University with a strong academic background and excellent public service and communication skills.


Expectations:
  • Interest in public service, public health, or rural health and delivery of quality customer service.
  • Be willing to work as a team member while interacting with faculty, staff, and students.
  • Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Dependability, multi-tasking, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment are imperative.
  • This position does require some traveling and includes travel reimbursement.
  • A commitment to an inclusive and diverse campus environment is essential.
  • This position does require some travel and includes travel reimbursement.

To apply, please attach a cover letter and current resume. The cover letter should address the applicant’s work availability. Review begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.
Preferred Qualifications


Pay Rate $15,800/annually or $1,316/monthly
Work Hours 20
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: Alabama
Posting Detail Information

Posting Date 03/06/2024
Closing Date
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.



AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please attach a cover letter and current resume. The cover letter should address the applicant’s work availability. Review begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.
Quick Link for Internal Postings https://www.auemployment.com/postings/43884

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you currently an enrolled Graduate Student at Auburn University?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Student Participation in Auburn University Section 127 Educational Benefit Plan and Associated Taxable Benefit Implications: By answering yes below, I acknowledge my understanding that being a Graduate Assistant (GRADA) enrolls me in the Auburn University Section 127 Educational Benefit Plan (26 U.S. Code § 127) (Plan). As such, if my assistantship work activities are aligned with my overall education program of study (as defined in the Essential Functions within the posting), I will not be responsible for the taxation and withholding requirements for the value of tuition fellowship benefits received exceeding the Internal Revenue Service defined threshold -- currently $5,250 per calendar year. However, should my assistantship work activities NOT be aligned with my overall educational program of study (as defined in the Essential Functions within the posting), I will be responsible for the taxation and withholding requirements for the value of tuition fellowship benefits exceeding the Internal Revenue Service defined threshold -- currently $5,250 per calendar year.
    • Yes
    • No