Assistant For Race In The Marketplace Research Network

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Kogod School Of Business

Time Type: Part Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Description:

As an initiative of the Kogod School Of Business, the Race In The Marketplace (RIM) Research Network is looking to hire an Assistant to support the activities of the network. The ideal candidate will have that important combination of administrative savvy, knowledge of academic processes, and passion to support RIM's continued growth. Please feel free to review our website and social media to gain familiarity with our approach and activities. If you are available and meet the specified criteria or are a quick learner with transferable skills, we strongly encourage you to apply by submitting your application on the application portal.

Responsibilities:

1.) Administrative Responsibilities:

• Handle routine administrative duties (e.g., develop emails, coordinate and manage RIM meetings, support project development research).
• Support the work of the RIM co-organizers.
• Provide administrative support for multiple network projects.
• Prepare reports and help maintain appropriate filing and archival systems.

2.) Communication Assistance:

• Facilitate internal and external communication within the network (e.g., newsletter and social media).
• Update content for the RIM website; archiving of RIM-sponsored events and research.

3.) Coordination Tasks:

• Support collaboration with partner institutions and organizations.

Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work:

• Part-Time.
• 20 hours per week.

Salary Range:

• $18.50 per hour.

Required Education And Experience:

• Demonstrated experience in an academic setting or in working with academic scholarship and scholars.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects at once.
• Ability to effectively work in an anti-racist, multi-racial, and multicultural manner and environment.
• Ability to make independent decisions and to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of MS Office, Squarespace, project management platforms (e.g., Slack, Teams, Zoom, etc.), and Social Media tools.

Preferred Education And Experience:

• Experience in grant writing and fundraising is highly desired.
• Additionally, familiarity with academic research networks, race-relevant organizations, and issues is highly desirable.

Additional Information:

• Applicants are highly encouraged to submit a CV or rsum, a cover letter detailing your specific interest in the position and relevant experience in relation to the major responsibilities and requirements. Include a discussion of your ability to work under the leadership of diverse personalities, and how many hours you would be available weekly, a relevant sample of your writing (in English), such as for a grant proposal or project summary, and the names and contact information for three references.

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.
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