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GW Student

$17.25 - $22/hr

... Asia, and South Asia through an active program of publishing, teaching, public events, and policy engagement. The Center offers students the largest Asian Studies program in the Washington, DC ...

GW Student

$17.25 - $22/hr

... Asia, and South Asia through an active program of publishing, teaching, public events, and policy engagement. The Center offers students the largest Asian Studies program in the Washington, DC ...

GW Student

$22 - $30.25/hr

... Asia, and South Asia through an active program of publishing, teaching, public events, and policy engagement. The Center offers students the largest Asian Studies program in the Washington, DC ...

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How much do south asian studies jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for south asian studies in the United States is $58,260.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,000.00 and $61,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a South Asian Studies?

A South Asian Studies job typically involves research, teaching, or policy work focused on the history, culture, politics, and societies of South Asia, which includes countries like India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, and the Maldives. Professionals in this field may work in academia, government, international organizations, media, or cultural institutions. Roles can range from professors and researchers to analysts, consultants, and curators. The job often requires expertise in regional languages, history, and contemporary issues. Career opportunities depend on the individual's specialization and the sector they choose to work in.

What does a South Asian Studies professional do?

Professionals in South Asian Studies may spend their days conducting research, analyzing historical or contemporary issues, and preparing reports or scholarly articles on topics related to South Asia. Many roles also involve teaching university courses, developing educational resources, or collaborating on interdisciplinary projects with colleagues from fields such as anthropology, political science, or international relations. Additionally, they may participate in conferences, consult on policy matters, or work with community organizations to promote cultural understanding. This dynamic mix of activities allows for both independent scholarship and collaborative teamwork within academic, governmental, or non-profit environments.

What skills and qualifications are needed for South Asian Studies?

To excel in South Asian Studies, a strong academic background in history, languages, culture, and politics of South Asia—often supported by a relevant graduate degree—is essential. Familiarity with qualitative and quantitative research methods, proficiency in one or more South Asian languages, and experience using academic databases are typically required. Cultural sensitivity, analytical thinking, and effective cross-cultural communication skills set top candidates apart. These skills and qualifications are crucial for conducting rigorous research, building intercultural understanding, and effectively contributing to academic, governmental, or organizational missions related to South Asia.

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Infographic showing various South Asian Studies job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, and 13% Part Time. Highlights an 87% In-person, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,260 per year, or $28 per hour.

Student Project Assistant I _On-Campus FWS

GW Student

On-site

$17.25 - $22/hr

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Posted 25 days ago

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Position Title Student Project Assistant I _On-Campus FWS Level of Support Student Support I Position Type On-Campus FWS Number of Openings 1 Work Hours During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm) Wage Per Hour 18.40 Division/School Elliott School of International Affairs Department Name 181701 GASTON SIGUR CTR EAST ASIAN STUDIES Department Bio
The Sigur Center for Asian Studies is a university research institute and the academic home of the Asian Studies Program of the Elliott School. Its mission is to increase the quality and broaden the scope of scholarly research and publication on Asia, promote US-Asian scholarly interaction and educate a new generation of students, scholars, analysts, and policymakers. The Sigur Center promotes research and policy analysis on East Asia, Northeast Asia, Southeast Asia, and South Asia through an active program of publishing, teaching, public events, and policy engagement. The Center offers students the largest Asian Studies program in the Washington, DC metropolitan region, with approximately 68 faculty members working on Asia.
Position Specific Summary
Project Assistants report to Assistant Director and they assist the Program Coordinator in a variety of tasks, while building up experience in to-be-established regular duties based on interest and skill.
The assistants support event preparations by uploading event materials to the Sigur website, drafting campaigns using EMMA email software, keeping event trackers up to date, and advertising events via social media. The assistants complete day-of event activities such as checking in guests, assisting with venue and catering setup and clean-up, running microphones during question and answer sessions, and taking photos. After the event, the assistants will work on post-event tasks such entering in new subscribers on EMMA, archiving the event page, and editing and uploading event recordings to YouTube,
In addition to events support, the project assistants will support Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn content creation for stories & posts and will support campaign timelines for all events and other projects as directed. The assistants will use Canva and other tools to create event-related graphics that are sized and accessibility compliant for Eventbrite, the Sigur Center website, GW Events Calendar, and social media. The assistants will also be responsible for updating the Sigur Center website.
Project Assistants share front desk duties for the Asian Studies Suite, with the Sigur Center's partner institute, the GW Institute for Korean Studies (GWIKS). While completing their other duties, project assistants will be asked to sit at Suite's front desk where they will greet visitors to the Suite, direct visitors to faculty/staff offices, and distribute incoming mail to faculty/staff mailboxes.
Additional tasks may be assigned based on the center's needs.
Hours: Approximately 10 per week (dependent on department needs)
Standard Position Description
The student will assist in the administrative functions of special projects. Tasks may include:assist with project or program development and maintenance, perform administrative tasks, assist in data collection and data entry, attend and assist in the scheduling of meetings, provide support for events related to the project/program. Special projects or other duties may be assigned related to specific departmental needs.
Professional Outcomes Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Communication, Professionalism Required Qualifications
This is an entry level position, little to no experience required, all training will be provided (Students working in an instructional capacity should be very familiar with the subject area in which they are working).
Preferred Qualifications
Some experience in webinar/event management, graphic design software (Canva), social media marketing, and email marketing (EMMA) and/or an enthusiasm to learn are greatly valued. An academic or professional interest in Asian Studies is highly desired
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date 07/13/2026 Job Close Date 08/09/2026 Campus Location Foggy Bottom Work Type Designation In-Person Hiring Manager Name Sean Dolan Special Instructions Summary EEO Statement
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory, harassment-free, diverse work and education environment. The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices.
For more information on this policy and its purpose, please read the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement.
Background Check
The student employee will: In this position, the student will not perform any functions and/or have access to any financially, safety, or security sensitive items listed above. - Background check not required.

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