Graduate Assistant - Research

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Graduate Research Assistant (2)

School of Business and Enterprise

Position Overview

The School of Business and Enterprise seeks a motivated graduate student to serve as a Research Assistant supporting faculty research initiatives. This position offers valuable hands-on experience in business research methodologies, data analysis, and academic scholarship while contributing to cutting-edge research in business.

Key Responsibilities

Literature Review and Research

Conduct comprehensive literature reviews across business and enterprise topics

Identify , evaluate, and synthesize relevant academic sources and industry publications

Maintain organized repository of research materials and citations

Stay current with emerging trends and developments in assigned research areas

Data Analysis and Statistics

Perform statistical analysis using software packages such as SPSS, R, Stata, or Excel

Clean, organize, and prepare datasets for analysis

Conduct descriptive and inferential statistical analyses

Create data visualizations, charts, and graphs to present findings

Validate data accuracy and identify potential analytical issues

Research Support

Assist faculty with ongoing research projects and grant-funded studies

Collect primary and secondary data from various sources

Prepare research summaries, reports, and presentations

Support manuscript preparation for academic journals and conferences

Required Qualifications

Currently enrolled in the MBA program

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel

Basic knowledge of statistical software (SPSS, R, Stata, or similar)

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Attention to detail and ability to work independently

Time management skills and ability to meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

Previous research experience in academic or professional settings

Coursework in research methods, statistics, or econometrics

Experience with survey design and data collection

Familiarity with bibliographic management software (EndNote, Zotero, Mendeley)

Knowledge of qualitative research methods

Background in business analytics or data science

Skills and Competencies

Strong organizational and project management abilities

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Adaptability to changing research priorities and methodologies

Ethical understanding of research practices and data confidentiality

Initiative and problem-solving capabilities

Cultural sensitivity and awareness in research contexts

Time Commitment

10 hours per week - schedule flexible around candidate’s academic schedule

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