Location: Lawrenceville,GA, USA
About Us
Since our founding in 2005, Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) has been dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience to our students. At GGC, we believe that our students' success is our success, and we are committed to creating a culture that supports and uplifts them throughout their academic journey.
As a member of our faculty or staff, you will become part of a dedicated and passionate community of educators and professionals. Together, we work towards a common goal of empowering our students to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally. We take pride in our student body, which represents a multitude of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Whether you are involved in teaching or providing essential services, your contribution will make a significant impact on the lives of our students and the broader community.
In addition to our commitment to student success, we also value the well-being and professional growth of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, designed to support the needs of our faculty and staff. From competitive compensation to health and wellness programs, and professional development opportunities to work-life balance initiatives, we strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and feel valued.
Located in the thriving community of Gwinnett County, GGC offers a rich cultural and social landscape that enhances the overall college experience. Our backdrop is a beautiful, modern 260-acre campus located just 30 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta. Our students and employees benefit from the close proximity to various local amenities, including shopping, dining, entertainment, and outdoor recreational opportunities. This vibrant community serves as an extension of our campus, providing a stimulating environment for personal and professional growth.
Join GGC and become part of a dynamic team that plays a pivotal role in shaping the lives and celebrating the achievements of our students. Together, let's make a positive impact and empower the next generation of leaders.
Job Summary
The School of Business (SBA) is planning new peer-led career readiness opportunities for students. To identify the career competencies that students need most, SBA faculty are conducting data collection with the help of student research assistants in Fall 2024. This data will identify focal topics for a series of PROSPER (Peer-Led Readiness Opportunities for Students Professionalism and Education Refinement) workshops to be offered in Spring 2025. The compensated hours will include training on how to lead an effective focus group, analyze data, and make recommendations based on the research results.
Responsibilities
To accomplish these goals, the SBA is seeking 3 student research assistants. The ideal candidate is energetic, well-connected with other students/classmates, and eager to learn more about the process of conducting research including research design, collecting, and analyzing data under the guidance of SBA faculty. As a student representative of the PROSPER Project, the research assistant will:
* Participate in research training provided by SBA faculty, including a mock focus group
* Help with recruiting participants for focus groups
* Assist with developing questions for the focus group protocol
* Lead focus group sessions
* Record and analyze data to identify emergent themes and inform the development of future PROSPER workshops
* Provide reflections on their experience in the research project, potentially leading to an undergraduate research paper/presentation
Required Qualifications
* Must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours at Georgia Gwinnett College.
* Must be in good academic standing and maintain good academic standing for the duration of employment.
* Must be in good conduct standing with the Office of Student Integrity and maintain good conduct for the duration of employment.
* Professional demeanor with excellent communication skills.
* Ability to engage with fellow students and SBA faculty.
* Ability to be highly organized, attentive to details, and manage time effectively.
* Interest in learning more about the research process.
Preferred Qualifications
* Business major or minor.
* Ability to work with minimal supervision.
* Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at
Conditions of Employment
Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and proof of eligibility will be contemporaneously required upon acceptance of an employment offer. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC). Eligibility of employment is determined by GGC in its sole discretion, and includes but is not limited to confirmation of credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are subject to the applicable federal laws, state laws, statutes, rules and regulations of this institution, and to the bylaws and policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Gwinnett College is an equal employment, equal access, equal educational opportunity, and affirmative action institution. GGC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sex (including pregnancy or childbirth), veteran status or military status, genetic information, or disability in employment or admission or access to its programs and activities, as required by Title IX. Inquiries including anyone who feels they have been discriminated against should contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX compliance and direct concerns to the GGC Title IX Coordinator, Building B, Suite 3700, ...@ggc.edu or (678) ###-####.
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Other Information
Due to the volume of applications, applicants may not receive a reply from the College unless an applicant is selected for an interview. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Georgia is an open records state.