Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number G/R31290P

Working Title Student Assistant

Department Pharmacy-Inst Eff Strat Init

About the University of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university () . The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department The College of Pharmacy at the University of Georgia (UGA) is a distinguished institution known for its excellence in pharmacy education, research, and community service. We are at the forefront of pharmaceutical research, with faculty and students engaged in groundbreaking studies that contribute to advancements in healthcare and medicine. Research areas include drug discovery, pharmacology, and clinical pharmacy. The college is highly ranked, placing 15th out of 141 pharmacy programs nationwide according to US News & World Report, underscoring our reputation for excellence. These elements make the UGA College of Pharmacy a unique and enriching place for students to pursue their pharmacy education and careers.

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Employment Type Employee

Additional Schedule Information

Advertised Salary

Anticipated Start Date 10/27/2025

Posting Date 09/29/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy Athens Area

EOO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( ).

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Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities Research Support Conduct literature reviews on AI, VR, and IPE-related topics.

Assist in developing and revising research protocols and tools.

Collect, organize, and input qualitative and quantitative data.

Assist in data analysis under supervision (e.g., using Excel, NVivo, or SPSS).

Help prepare research findings for presentations, posters, or manuscripts.

Percentage of time 40

Duties/Responsibilities Technology Implementation Support Participate in testing VR simulations and AI tools to assess functionality and usability.

Provide feedback on user experience and accessibility from a student perspective.

Support faculty and staff during pilot runs or live implementations of IPE simulations.

Assist in troubleshooting basic technical issues during simulations.

Percentage of time 25

Duties/Responsibilities Educational Support Attend and observe IPE sessions involving VR/AI.

Help coordinate student participation in IPE events.

Document observations and student feedback to support program evaluation.

Assist in refining learning objectives and evaluation metrics for IPE modules.

Percentage of time 15

Duties/Responsibilities Administrative Support Schedule and coordinate meetings with research or project team members.

Maintain organized records of project documents and data.

Prepare and distribute meeting notes or summaries.

Assist with tracking project timelines and task completion.

Percentage of time 10

Duties/Responsibilities Communication & Outreach Help draft content for newsletters, reports, or presentations about the project.

Assist with creating visual or written materials to explain the project to planning committees.

Attend team meetings and contribute student insights to enhance the project's relevance to learners.

Percentage of time 10