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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