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Graduate Fellows often encounter challenges such as adapting to a more independent work structure, managing multiple research or project deadlines, and balancing fellowship responsibilities with ongoing academic commitments. Collaboration with faculty, peers, and external partners may also require developing new communication and project management skills. However, support systems such as mentorship, seminars, and peer networks are typically available to help fellows navigate these transitions and succeed in their roles.

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The main difference is that Graduate Fellows typically hold a fellowship position with a focus on academic or research projects, often with a stipend or funding, while Research Assistants usually support research activities as part of their coursework or employment. Both roles involve research work, but Fellows often have a more independent or specialized role with additional responsibilities or funding.

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Graduate Quantitative Fellow - Quantitative, Statistic, and Mathematic Assistance

Bridgewater State College

Bridgewater, MA • On-site

$15/hr

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

Posting Details
Position Information
Title
Graduate Quantitative Fellow - Quantitative, Statistic, and Mathematic Assistance
Position Description
The Graduate Quantitative Fellow (GQF) will work 10 hours per week and receive up to 15 credits of tuition and student fee waivers: 6 for fall, 6 for spring and 3 for summer.
Duties
As a Graduate Quantitative Fellow, you will serve as a dedicated academic support resource, working 10 hours per week to enhance the quantitative skills and academic success of graduate students in all academic programs at BSU.
Your key responsibilities include:
  • Provide tailored quantitative and analytical support to students both within and outside your academic program to foster their development in data analysis, statistical reasoning, and scholarly communication involving quantitative methods.
  • Work at least 2 of the 10 weekly hours on campus in the College of Graduate Studies, Lifelong Learning Lounge (Hart 118), or other location approved by Graduate Studies. This is a required and non-negotiable commitment for all GWFs.
  • Assist students with quantitative reasoning projects through various formats, including in-person consultations, email correspondence, phone calls, and virtual platforms such as Skype or FaceTime.
  • Provide quantitative reasoning assistance, as relevant, to all students in specific academic programs through workshops, newsletters, quantitative reasoning tips, Blackboard, and classroom visits.
  • Attend the mandatory Graduate Fellowship Orientation in September
  • Attend mandatory monthly group meetings (date/times of these meetings will be discussed within the group)
  • Participate in the spring Student Arts and Research Symposium, a requirement of all graduate assistants and fellows.
  • Track hours and services provided, and complete brief reports as needed.

Preferred Qualifications
Requirements
  • Be enrolled in at least 6 graduate credits each fall and spring semester
  • Demonstrate strong knowledge in quantitative reasoning, mathematics, and statistics as tools to answer research questions
  • Be knowledgeable of specific computer platforms for quantitative and statistical analysis (e.g. SPSS, R, Mathematica, MATLAB, etc.)
  • Be proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Ability to communicate effectively with diverse student populations in one-on-one and group settings, both in person and virtually
  • Ability to provide quantitative reasoning support across a variety of academic programs, or a willingness to learn and adapt as needed
  • Willingness to work closely with other Graduate Fellows, faculty, and staff, and to contribute to a supportive academic community

Please Note: applicants will be required to submit a written sample that demonstrates your proficiency with data analysis, statistical reasoning, and scholarly communication involving quantitative methods.
Physical Demands
Special Conditions for Eligibility
Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer.
EEO Statement
Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.
Hourly Rate
$15
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
Stu05923P
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
The College of Graduate Studies (COGS) coordinates all of BSU's Graduate Assistantships. For more information on the program or for the status of your application, please contact:
Cassie Birch
c1birch@bridgew.edu

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