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Oak St. Health

Grad Pharmacist

Ardmore, OK · On-site

$14.25 - $17.50/hr

While in the pharmacy, you will assist the pharmacy team to ensure that pharmacy operations run smoothly, our patients' prescriptions are filled promptly, safely, and accurately, and we are providing ...

Oak St. Health

Grad Pharmacist

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$14.50 - $18/hr

While in the pharmacy, you will assist the pharmacy team to ensure that pharmacy operations run smoothly, our patients' prescriptions are filled promptly, safely, and accurately, and we are providing ...

Oak St. Health

Grad Pharmacist

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$15.50 - $19.25/hr

While in the pharmacy, you will assist the pharmacy team to ensure that pharmacy operations run smoothly, our patients' prescriptions are filled promptly, safely, and accurately, and we are providing ...

CVS Health

Grad Pharmacist

Moore, OK · On-site

$16.25 - $20/hr

While in the pharmacy, you will assist the pharmacy team to ensure that pharmacy operations run smoothly, our patients' prescriptions are filled promptly, safely, and accurately, and we are providing ...

CVS Health

Grad Pharmacist

Enid, OK · On-site

$16.25 - $20/hr

While in the pharmacy, you will assist the pharmacy team to ensure that pharmacy operations run smoothly, our patients' prescriptions are filled promptly, safely, and accurately, and we are providing ...

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What is a grad assistant?

Grad Assistants, or Graduate Assistants, are graduate students who work at a college or university while pursuing their advanced degrees. They typically assist faculty members with teaching responsibilities, research projects, or administrative tasks. In exchange for their work, Grad Assistants often receive a stipend and/or tuition remission. The specific duties and benefits can vary depending on the institution and the assistantship type (teaching, research, or administrative). Serving as a Grad Assistant can provide valuable experience and financial support during graduate studies.

What are the typical responsibilities of a grad assistant and how do they balance these duties with their academic workload?

Grad Assistants often juggle a variety of tasks such as assisting faculty with research, leading discussion sections, grading assignments, or providing administrative support. Balancing these duties with coursework requires strong time management and organizational skills. Many universities provide structured schedules and resources to help Grad Assistants manage their workload, and supervisors are usually understanding of academic commitments. Open communication with faculty and proactive planning can help ensure that both academic and assistantship responsibilities are met successfully.

What is the difference between Grad Assistant vs Teaching Assistant?

AspectGrad AssistantTeaching Assistant
Required CredentialsGraduate student status, relevant courseworkUndergraduate or graduate student, often with teaching experience
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, offices, or classroomsClassrooms, labs, or tutoring settings
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, colleges, research institutionsEducational institutions, schools, colleges
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for academic support roles, research, or teaching dutiesFocuses on assisting in teaching, grading, and student support

In summary, a Grad Assistant typically refers to a graduate student working in research or administrative roles within a university, while a Teaching Assistant primarily assists with instructional duties. Both roles support academic institutions but differ mainly in their focus and responsibilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a grad assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Grad Assistant, you typically need a strong academic record, subject matter expertise, and enrollment in a graduate program. Familiarity with learning management systems (like Blackboard or Canvas), research databases, and presentation software is often required. Outstanding organization, communication, and time management skills help you balance teaching, research, and administrative tasks. These skills are crucial for supporting faculty, assisting students, and managing multiple responsibilities effectively.
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Athletics Grad Assistant (Labor) - Women's Rowing

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA

Edmond, OK • On-site

$7.50/hr

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Job description

Position Overview
This is a regular student labor position which serves as Graduate Assistant (GA) for the Women's Rowing Program within the Athletics Department. This position requires heavy, physical and/or manual labor.
The University of Central Oklahoma Women's Rowing program is seeking a Graduate Assistant (GA) to support the coaching, operations, and daily management of the program. This position is ideal for a graduate student interested in collegiate athletics, coaching development, and high-performance sport environments.
The GA will work closely with the Head Coach to support training, team culture, recruiting operations, and competition logistics. The schedule includes nontraditional hours, including early mornings, weekends, and travel during the competitive season.
Hours per Week
  • 10-20 hours per week.
  • Non-traditional hours required, including mornings, weekends, and occasional holidays.
  • Schedule varies by season (training versus competition).

College/Department Overview
The Athletics Department at the University of Central Oklahoma currently supports over 400 student athletes in 15 NCAA Division II sports including Football, Men's & Women's Basketball, Men's & Women's Golf, Baseball, Softball, Wrestling, Women's Track & Field (Indoor & Outdoor) and Cross Country, Women's Tennis, Women's Soccer, Women's Rowing and Women's Volleyball.
Department Specific Job Functions
  • Assist with coaching and daily management of the women's rowing program.
  • Support practice preparation and on-site training sessions.
  • Assist with race-day operations and team travel.
  • Provide administrative and organizational support related to team operations and recruitment.
  • Support a positive, disciplined, and growth-oriented team culture.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

Enrollment Requirements
Fall/Spring Semesters: All student employees must be enrolled at least half-time to be eligible to work any UCO student position. Half-time enrollment for fall/spring semesters is considered 5 hours for graduates and 6 hours for undergraduates. International students must be enrolled full-time to be eligible to work as a student employee. Full-time enrollment is 9 credit hours for graduates and 12 credit hours for undergraduates.
Summer Semester: Student employees working regular student positions must be enrolled in at least 3 credit hours to be eligible to work during the summer. Students not enrolled in summer classes must be enrolled in fall classes in order to work during the summer, but they (and the department) will be required to pay FICA taxes. Student employees working FWSP positions must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours (if undergraduate) or 5 credit hours (if graduate) in order to work during the summer in a Federal Work Study Program position.
Enrollment Exception: If the number of credit hours needed to graduate is less than the minimum number of hours required for student employment, the student must obtain a letter from their Academic Advisor (stating the number of hours needed to graduate and anticipated graduation date) and submit it to Human Resources. This pertains to both regular and Federal Work Study Program positions. Contact jobs@uco.edu for more information.
Qualifications/Experience Required
  • Bachelor's degree and admittance into a master's program at UCO.
  • A valid driver's license is required.
  • Rowing experience (collegiate, club, or equivalent) or relevant coaching experience.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of student athletes.

Qualifications/Experience Preferred
  • Interest in collegiate coaching and athlete development.
  • Familiarity with team-based training environments.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Professionalism, discretion, and dependability.
  • Sensitivity to intercultural communication and inclusive team environments.

Physical Demands
Reasonable accommodation, in accordance with ADA requirements, may be made upon request to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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