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JOB TITLE
Temporary Program Assistant
LOCATION
Worcester
DEPARTMENT NAME
Computer Science - JM
DIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
One graduate student program assistant will be hired to assist the co-Directors with administering the summer portion of the RET Site. They will meet weekly with each team of teachers to serve as an additional resource for the RET participants and to assist with research tasks, logistical issues, and provide additional support as appropriate. The RET graduate student program assistants will meet weekly with the PIs to discuss RET participant experiences and help problem solve any issues that may come up during the summer. They will organize group lunches and coordinate additional teacher cohort activities such as visiting research labs or attending talks at WPI.
The program runs from June 30 to August 8, 2025. During this period, it will require approximately 20 hours per week. Leading up to and following the RET, there will be between 5-10 hours/week of work, most of which can be done remotely and flexibly.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
* Attend morning sessions in person with RET participants
* Check in with each lab team in person
* Help problem solve issues during the summer
* Assist in research labs if needed
* Help with posters
* Possibly give mini-lessons related to UN Sustainable Development Goals or research topics (teaching opportunity for the graduate student!)
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS
* Good problem-solving skills
* Ability to take initiative
* Strong communication and people skills
* Experience mentoring researchers or teachers
* Supportive attitude towards RET participants
* Friendly and approachable demeanor
FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. WPI values diversity and inclusion and is committed to maintaining a harassment-free campus environment.
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