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Research/Teaching Assistant (Student) (FWS)

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American University

Washington, DC (In Person)

$38,272 Salary, Part-Time

Posted 2 days ago (Updated 14 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/15/2026

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Job Description

Research/Teaching Assistant (Student) (FWS) American University, United States about 6 hours ago
Location:
Washington, DISTRICT
OF COLUMBIA
Job Type:
PartTime
Work Where You Learn:
Build Experience, Grow Skills, and Contribute to Your University Community. This position is available only to enrolled American University students. Most student positions at American University are eligible to use Federal Work Study (FWS) awards, with a few exceptions. FWS funds cannot be applied to janitorial, construction, partisan or sectarian positions. For information or questions regarding FWS funds, please contact American University's Office of Financial Aid. Important guidance for current American University employees: American University current employees, including those employed in student positions, must through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into your employee Workday account and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings. Applying outside of your employee Workday account may cause delays in a hire process.
Department:
Kogod School of Business
Time Type:
Part time
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Job Description:
Summary:
The Research/Teaching Assistant should have a strong academic background, excellent communication skills, and a passion for education and research.
Essential Functions:
1.) Teaching Assistance Assist in the preparation of course materials, including lecture notes, assignments, and exams. Conduct tutorials, workshops, or lab sessions to support student learning. Provide guidance and support to students on course-related inquiries. 2.) Grading Evaluate and grade assignments, exams, and other assessments. Provide constructive feedback to students to enhance their understanding and performance. Maintain accurate records of student grades and attendance. 3.) Research Assistance Collaborate with the professor on ongoing research projects. Conduct literature reviews and assist in data collection and analysis. Contribute to the preparation of research publications and presentations. 4.) Administrative Tasks Assist in organizing and coordinating academic events, seminars, or workshops.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
Part-time. 5 hours per week.
Salary Range:
$18.40 per hour.
Required Education and Experience:
Good academic standing with a strong GPA. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to convey complex concepts in a clear and understandable manner. Familiarity with research methodologies, data analysis, and literature review. Strong interpersonal skills for interacting with students, faculty, and staff. Effective organizational and time management skills. Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
Preferred Education and Experience:
Previous research experience is an asset. Other Details This position is available only to enrolled American University students. Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. American University is an E-Verify employer. Visit american/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits. Current American University Employees American University current employees (including those employed in student positions) must through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings. Contact Us For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email theworklineamerican . American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual's genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.