Position DetailsPosition Information Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that interest you.If this position title includes the label On-Campus FWS or Off-Campus FWS, it is for students with a Federal Work Study (FWS) award for the current school year ONLY. Applicants to these positions will be required to verify this by attaching their FWS Program Student Statement as a required document. Do not apply unless you meet this criterion.Position Title Student Academic Assistant I _Non-FWS Level of Support Student Support I Position Type Non-FWS Number of Openings 1 Work Hours During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm) Wage Per Hour 17.75 Division/School School of Business Department Name 140315 PROGRAM ON APPLIED RESEARCH INVESTI Department Bio The GW Investment Institute is focused on education as well as research and development. The institute serves as a link to industry and industry professionals, and is a platform where our alumni and friends connect. We teach students how to invest and how to think about investing. Our lab is the capital markets, where our students serve as our analysts and portfolio managers; they manage our approximately $7.4 million in university endowment funds. We teach at the undergraduate and graduate level, and cover topics such as equities, real estate, venture capital, and quantitative investing.Position Specific Summary The GW Investment Institute is looking for a student academic assistant to help with the Quantitative Investing class. Below is a list of some of the responsibilities:
- Attend classes and assist students with their Quant projects.
- Attend weekly meetings with the GWII team.
- Grade LinkedIn Learnings and other submissions in a timely manner.
- Communicate with students in a timely manner.
- Hold office hours for students when requested.
- Attend the final presentations.
Standard Position Description The student will assist in supporting courses, administrative academic functions, and student success in the relevant course or subject area. Tasks may include: Checking class attendance and participation, grading assignments, taking notes during class, supporting student success in the class, and preparation of course materials. Special projects or duties may be assigned related to specific office needs.*Graduate students performing teaching functions or supporting courses with student interaction must be hired through the Office of Graduate Student Assistantships and Fellowships.Professional Outcomes Critical Thinking, Communication, Leadership, Professionalism, Technology and Data Required Qualifications This is an entry level position, little to no experience required, all training will be provided (Students working in an instructional capacity should be very familiar with the subject area in which they are working).Preferred Qualifications Must have previously taken FINA 4103 Quantitative Investing or FINA 4900-10 Applied Financial Securities Analysis: Quant.Posting Detail Information Job Open Date 12/20/2024 Job Close Date 01/08/2025 Campus Location Foggy Bottom Work Type Designation Hybrid (mixture of in-person and virtual work) Report to Manager Name Kathleen Hinman Hiring Manager Name Kathleen Hinman Special Instructions SummaryEEO Statement The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.Background Check The student employee will: Have access to process or view financial transactions, student records/grades, employee records, medical records, and/or social security numbers. - Background check required.