Assessment Graduate Student Associate

Job Posting Title:

Assessment Graduate Student Associate

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Hiring Department:

Office of Strategic Academic Initiatives

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

20

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt from FLSA

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Earliest Start Date:

Oct 05, 2026

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2027

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

Purpose

The Office of Assessment, Research, Evaluation, & Accreditation (AREA) leads university-wide assessment initiatives for UT Austin's Core Curriculum and Service & Support/Administrative Units (SSUs), among other responsibilities. These assessment efforts are essential to maintaining the University's accreditation and play a key role in advancing student learning, improving the student experience, strengthening the Core Curriculum, and enhancing the quality of services provided across campus. 

AREA is seeking one graduate student to support annual assessment activities related to the Core Curriculum and Service & Support/Administrative Units. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to projects that directly inform institutional decision-making and continuous improvement efforts across the University. As assessment and accreditation continue to grow in importance within higher education, this experience provides valuable professional development and is an excellent addition to a résumé for students interested in educational assessment, institutional research, higher education administration, accreditation, or program evaluation. 

We are seeking a graduate student who is passionate about improving education and enhancing the student experience at UT Austin. Preference will be given to students in the College of Education or those pursuing careers in higher education, although graduate students from all academic backgrounds are encouraged to apply. 

The ideal candidate will possess: 

• Strong time management and project coordination skills  
• Experience with data cleaning, management, analysis, interpretation, and visualization using Excel, SPSS, or similar software  
• Experience working with both qualitative and quantitative data  
• Strong report writing skills and the ability to communicate data findings clearly to a variety of audiences  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills  
• The ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and consistently meet deadlines  
• Strong interpersonal skills, intellectual curiosity, a collaborative mindset, and the initiative to take ownership of projects 

Position Details: 

• Appointment Duration: 10/5/26 - 8/15/27 (continuation into following semester(s) preferred and will be evaluated based on performance)

• Hours: 20 hours per week, with a fixed schedule set by the candidate, allowing some flexibility for academic commitments 

• Eligibility: Must be currently enrolled, in good academic standing, and making satisfactory progress toward a graduate degree

• Fall/Spring: Enrollment in at least 6 semester credit hours for that   semester

• Summer: Enrollment in at least 3 credit hours during any summer session term OR have been enrolled during the previous spring semester in at least 6 semester credit hours. 

Responsibilities

• Collect, organize, and manage assessment data at the course, program, and unit levels.  
• Perform data entry, cleaning, analysis, and interpretation using both quantitative and qualitative data.  
• Assist with the development of assessment instruments, surveys, and related communications.  
• Create data visualizations and contribute to reports by synthesizing findings and connecting results to student learning outcomes, institutional goals, and accreditation standards.  
• Support the dissemination of assessment findings by developing accessible reporting materials, assisting with presentations and workshops, and engaging with faculty and campus stakeholders.  
• Review assessment plans and reports and assist in providing constructive feedback to academic and administrative units.  
• Monitor updates from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) to help ensure institutional assessment practices remain aligned with current accreditation and state requirements.  
• Develop and maintain process documentation and training materials to support consistency and continuity of assessment practices. 

Required Qualifications

• Strong time management and project coordination skills  
• Experience with data cleaning, management, analysis, interpretation, and visualization using Excel, SPSS, or similar software  
• Experience working with both qualitative and quantitative data  
• Strong report writing skills and the ability to communicate data findings clearly to a variety of audiences  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills  
• The ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and consistently meet deadlines  
• Strong interpersonal skills, intellectual curiosity, a collaborative mindset, and the initiative to take ownership of projects 
• Must be currently enrolled in a graduate program, in good academic standing, and making satisfactory progress toward degree completion ​

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in education or a career in higher education 
• Previous experience with assessment, evaluation, and/or accreditation 

Salary Range

$20.00 per hour + depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

This is a hybrid position, with some in-person work required at the FAC Building. Students will be supervised by the AREA Assessment Manager and will receive mentorship in assessment best practices, data analysis, accreditation, and reporting. 

Required Materials

• Resume
• Completed Workday Application
• Cover letter describing your interest in the role and relevant experience

Application Deadline: Monday, September 28 by 5pm 
Start Date: Monday, October 5, 2026 or as soon as possible 

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded.  Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Employment Eligibility:

Please confirm your eligibility for this position here: http://www.utexas.edu/hr/student/student_non-acad_employment.html#cond_SNAEmp

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form.  You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States.  Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment.  Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.