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How much do graduate assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for graduate assistant in Indiana is $18.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $20.34 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Graduate Assistant, you generally need strong academic credentials in your field, research and analytical skills, and enrollment in a graduate program. Familiarity with educational technology platforms, data analysis tools, or laboratory equipment (depending on the discipline) is often required. Excellent communication, time management, and teamwork skills help you effectively support faculty and collaborate with students. These skills are vital for balancing multiple responsibilities while contributing to academic and research excellence.

What is the difference between Graduate Assistant vs Research Assistant?

AspectGraduate AssistantResearch Assistant
Required CredentialsEnrolled graduate student, often with a relevant degreeUndergraduate or graduate student, sometimes with specific research experience
Work EnvironmentAcademic settings, assisting in teaching or administrative tasksResearch labs, projects, or fieldwork within academic or research institutions
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, colleges, academic departmentsResearch institutions, universities, government agencies
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles, responsibilities, and qualificationsClarifying research duties and experience needed

While both roles support academic and research activities, a Graduate Assistant typically assists with teaching or administrative tasks while pursuing a graduate degree. A Research Assistant focuses primarily on conducting research projects, often requiring specific research skills. The roles often overlap in academic settings, but their main focus and responsibilities differ.

What are Graduate Assistants?

Graduate Assistants (GAs) are graduate students who work part-time at a college or university, typically assisting faculty or departments with teaching, research, or administrative tasks. These positions often provide a stipend and/or tuition waiver in exchange for their work. Graduate Assistants gain valuable professional experience while pursuing their advanced degrees, and their responsibilities can vary widely depending on the department and the specific assistantship. Common duties include helping with classroom instruction, grading assignments, conducting research, or supporting university operations.

What are some common challenges Graduate Assistants face when balancing academic work with assistantship responsibilities?

Graduate Assistants often juggle coursework, research, and their assistantship duties, which can include teaching, grading, or administrative tasks. Time management is a frequent challenge, as deadlines for academic work and assistantship responsibilities can sometimes overlap. Setting clear expectations with supervisors, prioritizing tasks, and using organizational tools can help maintain a healthy balance. Open communication with faculty and peers also plays a crucial role in managing workload and reducing stress.

What Is the Job of a Graduate Assistant?

The job of a graduate assistant is to perform research, teach, or work at a university as part of their academic education. Graduate assistants are typically doctoral candidates, but some master’s students may also qualify to work in this position. Your duties in this career differ depending on your role and the level of class at which you assist. For example, many large lecture classes need graders, readers, and teaching assistants, all with separate responsibilities. On the other hand, if you work in labs or departmental offices, you may work as a full-time researcher.

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Infographic showing various Graduate Assistant job openings in Indiana as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,702 per year, or $18.6 per hour.
Athletic Communications Graduate Assistant (Part-time)

Athletic Communications Graduate Assistant (Part-time)

Indiana Wesleyan University

Marion, IN • On-site

$41K - $54K/yr

Part-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

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Job description

Athletic Communications Graduate Assistant (Part-time)
Job no: 494844
Work type: Hourly (Part Time)
Location: Marion, IN
Categories: Athletics
Job Title: Athletic Communications Graduate Assistant (Part-time)
Reporting Relationship: Associate A.D. of External Operations
Unit: IWU - Marion
Department: Intercollegiate Athletics
Campus Location: Recreation & Wellness Center - Marion, IN
Summary of Position: The Athletic Communications Graduate Assistant primarily facilitates the execution of home sporting events, including regular season contests and Crossroads League/NAIA Championship events. The Graduate Assistant will be involved in the daily functions of a Top 5 NAIA athletic department and will have the opportunity to learn multiple aspects of athletic communications.
This position requires a willingness to work a demanding fluid schedule, including nights and weekends.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Assist in coverage of all IWU Athletic teams. Specific sport assignment of 6 teams
  • Assist in coordination and implementation of the department's social media outreach plan
  • Manage and post athletic event components such as pregame, in-game, and post-game
  • Create monthly student/coaches features to highlight the mission of IWU Athletics
  • Assist in oversight and development of gameday student staff that help with social media, scorer's table, stats, announcing, broadcasting, photography, videography
  • Handle record book management and continually work to catalog all aspects of Athletics Communications, utilizing digital archiving procedures that include website and cloud technology
  • Manage storage/library of annual files, photographs, miscellaneous awards, and videography
  • Write and edit various communication materials, weekly previews, game recaps, game notes and sport-specific content for the department's website
  • Develop and manage the IWU Athletics website while helping in the maintaining accurate, up-to-date, and timely content and news dissemination (including all aspects of the website such as rosters, schedules, biographies, results, and assisting in website management)
  • Other projects and/or duties as assigned by the supervisor or athletics administrative team

Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.
Education
  • Bachelor's degree and acceptance into the master's program is required for the Graduate Assistant role

Experience
  • Previous experience as a writer, journalist, yearbook editor, or similar
  • Video filming and editing experience
  • Adobe Creative Suite software experience
  • Presto Stats software experience
  • Graphic design or video editing skills is a plus
  • Broadcasting and Play-by-Play experience is a plus

Required Skills
  • The applicant must be committed to the Lordship of Christ, continually seeking personal growth through the regular practice of spiritual disciplines, and creating spiritually rich environments for others to do the same
  • Support of the Student Development mission to partner in the holistic learning and disciple-making mission of the university by cultivating a community of belonging, support, and engagement through formative and diverse experiences
  • The Wildcat Way values of Kindness, Humility, Belonging, Integrity, and Courage in their life, work, and interaction with others
  • Positive attitude
  • Ability to resolve issues independently
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Organizational skills
  • Time management
  • Communication skills
  • Willingness to work a demanding fluid schedule, including nights and weekends

IWU Kingdom Diversity Statement
IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Advertised: 27 May 2026 US Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 28 Jun 2026 US Eastern Daylight Time
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