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Graduate Assistant - Women's Tennis

Campus, IL

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No Supervisory Org: Tennis (JM-SE) JOB TITLE: Graduate Assistant - Women's Tennis DEPARTMENT: Athletics WAGE: $15.52/hour JOB SUMMARY: Saginaw Valley State University, a Division II member of the ...

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AspectGraduate SupervisorResearch Assistant
Required CredentialsTypically requires a graduate degree or higher, experience in supervising studentsUsually enrolled in a graduate program, with relevant coursework or research experience
Work EnvironmentSupervises students, manages research projects, oversees lab activitiesAssists with research tasks, data collection, and analysis under supervision
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, research institutes, academic departmentsUniversities, research labs, academic settings

The main difference is that a Graduate Supervisor oversees research projects and supervises students, often requiring more experience and a higher degree, while a Research Assistant supports research activities under supervision, typically as a student or early-career researcher.

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To thrive as a Graduate Supervisor, you need advanced subject matter expertise, a relevant postgraduate degree, and experience in mentoring or teaching. Familiarity with academic management systems, research databases, and possibly certifications in supervision or pedagogy are often required. Strong interpersonal skills, effective communication, and organizational abilities help you build trust and provide guidance to graduate students. These skills are crucial for fostering academic success, ensuring research quality, and supporting students' professional development.

What are some common challenges faced by Graduate Supervisors when supporting diverse student cohorts?

Graduate Supervisors often work with students from a variety of cultural, academic, and professional backgrounds. One common challenge is adapting communication and mentoring styles to meet individual student needs and expectations while ensuring consistent academic standards. Balancing administrative responsibilities alongside providing timely, constructive feedback can also be demanding. Successful supervisors foster an inclusive environment, encourage open dialogue, and collaborate with faculty and support services to address challenges proactively.

What are graduate supervisors?

Graduate supervisors are faculty members or academic staff assigned to guide and support graduate students throughout their research or advanced studies. They help students develop research proposals, provide feedback on academic progress, and ensure that students meet the requirements of their graduate programs. Supervisors also mentor students in their professional development and may assist with networking and career advice. Their role is crucial in helping students successfully complete their theses or dissertations.
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Institutional Advancement Graduate Assistant

Institutional Advancement Graduate Assistant

North Central College

Naperville, IL • On-site

Other

Posted 12 days ago

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Position Information
Posting Number GA000156 Position Title Institutional Advancement Graduate Assistant Position ID REQUESTED Department Institutional Advancement Division Institutional Advancement Supervisor Sara Hubner Supervisor Title Executive Assistant to the Vice President for Institutional Description of Job Duties
Department: Institutional Advancement
Reports To: Executive Assistant to the Vice President for Institutional Advancement
Employment Status: Part-Time, Graduate Assistantship
Position Summary
The Graduate Assistant for Institutional Advancement supports the College's fundraising and external relations efforts. This position plays an active role in sponsorship solicitation, annual giving donor cultivation, and athletics fundraising initiatives. The Graduate Assistant will work closely with advancement staff to strengthen donor relationships, enhance the visibility of the institution, and contribute to securing resources that support student success and institutional priorities.
Key Responsibilities
1. Sponsorship Solicitation
Assist in identifying, researching, and qualifying potential corporate and community sponsors.
Draft sponsorship proposals, presentations, and customized partnership materials.
Support outreach to prospective sponsors through email, phone calls, in-person meetings, and event participation.
Maintain accurate records of sponsorship activity, agreements, and stewardship actions.
Collaborate with campus departments and event organizers to fulfill sponsorship benefits.
2. Annual Giving - Donor Cultivation and Solicitation
Support planning and execution of annual giving initiatives, including digital outreach, ThankView videos, Day of Giving planning, and GiveCampus pages
Engage with alumni, parents, friends, and community members to build relationships and encourage philanthropic support.
Conduct donor thank-you calls, follow-up communications, and stewardship touches.
Assist with segmentation, donor research, and prospect strategy development.
Help manage giving data, track results, and prepare reports for internal stakeholders.
3. Athletics Giving
Partner with athletics staff to engage donors, fans, and alumni in supporting athletic programs.
Assist in organizing athletics fundraising events (e.g., golf outings, booster events, alumni games).
Help solicit gifts for athletics priorities, including team funds, facilities, and scholarships.
Maintain strong communication with coaches and athletics leadership to align fundraising needs and messaging.
4. General Advancement Support
Provide event coordination support for donor receptions, alumni gatherings, and institutional celebrations.
Assist with database entry, gift processing support, and overall data integrity.
Participate in strategic meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities.
Represent the Institutional Advancement office in a positive and professional manner at events and meetings.
Work Schedule & Compensation
Hours per week dependent on class schedule; typically 20 hours
Schedule may include occasional evenings and weekends for events.
Graduate tuition benefits and stipend provided according to institutional assistantship policies.
Do the job duties for this position have any potential exposure to student records? Yes Do the job duties for this position include any driving requirements? No Will this position be working with minors? No Job Qualifications
o Bachelor's degree required; must be enrolled in a graduate program at the College.
o Strong interpersonal skills and comfort interacting with alumni, donors, and external partners.
o Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
o Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
o Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with CRM or fundraising databases preferred.
o Interest in fundraising, nonprofit management, higher education, or athletics administration is highly desirable.
Approximate number of work hours per week 20 New or Replacement? New If replacement, person(s) being replaced
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
North Central College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. North Central College provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation, please notify the Office of Human Resource. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Open Date 12/12/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled No

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