Graduate Administrative Assistant , Texas  Inventionworks, Cockrell School of Engineering

Job Posting Title:

Graduate Administrative Assistant , Texas Inventionworks, Cockrell School of Engineering ----

Hiring Department:

Cockrell School of Engineering ----

Position Open To:

All Applicants ----

Weekly Scheduled Hours:

20 ----

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt from FLSA ----

Earliest Start Date:

Immediately ----

Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2027 ----

Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS ----

Job Details:

General Notes

The Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin has been a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century. It is a top-10 engineering school and the No. 1 program in Texas that includes 11 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs, over 20 research centers and a faculty community that boasts one of the highest number of National Academy of Engineering members among U.S. universities, Texas Engineering has launched some of the nation’s most accomplished leaders and pioneered world-changing solutions in virtually every industry, from space exploration to energy , manufacturing and health care. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Cockrell School embodies the city’s innovative spirit. Major companies with Austin campuses, such as Dell, National Instruments, Apple, IBM, Samsung, Google and many others, recruit Cockrell School students, launching thousands of successful careers .

Texas Inventionworks , based in the Cockrell School of Engineering , is a vibrant hands-on education program , fabrication resource and innovation hub . The Texas Inventionworks staff is dedicated to fostering open exploration, hands-on experience, cross-disciplin ary collaboration and enabling students to take a shot at solving real problems. In addition to online training, support for curriculum development and guidance for product development, the program operates more than 25,000sf of lab space divided into 22 labs that include 3D printing, laser cutting, wood and metal working, electronics, testing and other capabilities .

There are 6 professional staff members and a highly-empowered 6 5 -member student staff who establish a vibrant , collaborative culture and peer-to-peer learning for the roughly 3,500 students who visit the facilities each year. The vision is to be a design, fabrication and innovation ecosystem at UT Austin that empowers students from all backgrounds to easily learn, collaborate, build and invent together.

Position Purpose

The Graduate Assistant for Communications & Online Learning plays a key role in supporting the instructional content and visual communications produced by Texas Inventionworks (TIW), a hands-on university makerspace. This work includes maintaining and updating online learning modules in Canvas, developing graphics and job aids, and coordinating interactive learning activities for both online and in-person delivery. As a member of the TIW team, this position shares responsibility for producing clear, effective learning and communication materials that support TIW's mission and user community.

This position offers graduate students meaningful, real-world experience in instructional content development and visual communications at TIW, with close mentorship from professional staff, flexible scheduling to support academic commitments, and opportunities for expanded responsibilities and professional development over time.

Responsibilities

Maintain and update Canvas modules, quizzes, and other online learning content to reflect current processes, equipment, and safety information

Develop and refine interactive learning activities and resources for both online and in-person delivery

Create graphics, job aids, posters, and other visual communications using Adobe Creative Suite , Canva , or similar t ools.

Coordinate with professional staff and subject matter experts to ensure learning and communications content is accurate , current, and aligned with TIW operations

Coordinate with student staff teams to host workshops and build nights.

Other functions as assigned

Shared Responsibilities

Support consistent application of TIW branding and visual identity across all communications, learning materials, and public-facing content

Draft and support digital communications efforts promoting TIW programs and events

Support outreach efforts and connect students and campus partners with TIW resources

Track tasks and projects and contribute to building workflows using work process management software

Support calendar management and event coordination

Required Qualifications

Currently enrolled as a graduate student at the University of Texas at Austin

Clear and positive communication skills

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Responsible, dependable, and punctual

Strong attention to detail

Proficiency with Instructure Canvas for building and managing online learning content

Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite or Canva for creating graphics and visual materials

Curiosit y and resourcefulness, with a willingness to learn new tools and workflows.

Preferred Qualifications

A valid Texas driver's license and acceptable driving record

Background in learning science, instructional design, or educational technology

Experience with Monday.com or similar project and workflow management platforms

Experience working with students in an educational or university environment

Interest in or experience with academic makerspaces, including familiarity with hand tools, 3D printers, sewing equipment, laser cutters, or similar fabrication tools

Salary

$ 22.00 per hour based on experience.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a variety of fabrication labs, such as a wood shop, machine shop or 3D printing lab . There will also be work in a standard office environment.

Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

May work around electrical and mechanical hazards

May work around chemicals

Security Sensitive; criminal background check will be conducted

Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment will be furnished as needed

Career Competencies

Apply principles of learning design and visual communication to create clear, effective instructional content and materials

Exercise sound reasoning to analyze issues, make decisions, and solve problems

Demonstrate personal accountability, effective work habits, and the ability to manage time, workload, and collaborative re lationships

Interact respectfully with people of all backgrounds and perspectives

Build collaborative relationships and communicate effectively across a diverse university community, translating technical content into accessible learning experiences

Work Shift

This is a part-time position (10 hrs / wk minimum to 20 hrs / wk maximum). Specific scheduling will be determined with your supervisor and can be arranged flexibly within standard business hours (Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.) to support your academic commitments.

Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required for special events .

Required Materials

R esume

Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers : You will be prompted to submit your resume in the first step of the online job application process. Then, any additional Required Materials will be uploaded in the My Experience section; you can multi-select the additional files or click the Upload button for each file. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted , you cannot make changes.

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