Graduate Research Assistant

The Annette Strauss Institue for Civic Life is seeking a motivated and innovative Graduate Assistant with an interest in K-12 public education, specifically in the area of social studies and civic education.  The 20 hour per week role is to administer the Strauss Institute’s Speak Up! Speak Out! K-12 project-based civic education program.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Support and expand the Speak Up! Speak Out! K-12 civic education program by overseeing content creation, outreach, teacher coordination, implementation, and evaluation. (35%) 
• Lead the coordination of the statewide civic fair, including planning, communication, outreach, and evaluation. (25%)
• Identify, propose, and execute new opportunities to advance the Institute's K-12 educational initiatives. (15%) 
• Simplify and streamline educator participation in the program to encourage increased involvement and ease of integration into the curriculum. (10%) 
• Collaborate in securing external funding and contribute to maintaining the fiscal sustainability of the Institute's K-12 initiatives. (10%) 
• Undertake other duties as assigned by the Director and contribute to special projects as needed. (5%) 

Qualifications: 

• Enrolled as a graduate student at the University of Texas at Austin. 
• Prior experience in program management, operations, or a related field  
• Relevant experience in education, program coordination, or related fields. 
• Familiarity with K-12 educational settings and practices. 
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment. 

Preferred Skills: 

• Proficiency in project management tools and stakeholder communication. 
• Established network within educational and community networks. 
• Experience in securing external funding and proposal writing. 

Compensation:

• Competitive stipend based on qualifications and experience.