History Research Assistant-Reznick

Assist a faculty member in descriptive, exploratory or experimental research; publication activities, data collection, data management and/or data analysis. Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, designing forms and other office procedures. Requires strong time management, oral and written communication skills, and ability to problem solve.

The Student Pedagogy Partner will collaborate with Professor Jordan Reznick on a revision of AMS 130: Introduction to American Studies. The partner will bring a student perspective to evaluating the course’s readings, assignments, classroom activities, and overall structure, with particular attention to how effectively they support student learning and engagement. Responsibilities will include reviewing and assessing existing course materials; identifying areas where students may experience difficulty, confusion, or disengagement; researching and evaluating potential new readings and campus resources; offering feedback on assignments and their sequencing; helping refine lesson plans and classroom activities; developing reading guides and other resources to support student preparation; and contributing to revisions of the course’s scaffolding and learning outcomes. The position is designed as a collaborative pedagogy partnership rather than a clerical or administrative role. The student will meet regularly with Professor Reznick to discuss the course and participate in substantive decisions about its future design.

Responsibilities

The Student Pedagogy Partner will collaborate with Professor Jordan Reznick on a revision of AMS 130: Introduction to American Studies. The partner will bring a student perspective to evaluating the course’s readings, assignments, classroom activities, and overall structure, with particular attention to how effectively they support student learning and engagement. Responsibilities will include reviewing and assessing existing course materials; identifying areas where students may experience difficulty, confusion, or disengagement; researching and evaluating potential new readings and campus resources; offering feedback on assignments and their sequencing; helping refine lesson plans and classroom activities; developing reading guides and other resources to support student preparation; and contributing to revisions of the course’s scaffolding and learning outcomes. The position is designed as a collaborative pedagogy partnership rather than a clerical or administrative role. The student will meet regularly with Professor Reznick to discuss the course and participate in substantive decisions about its future design.

Please submit a cover letter and a curriculum vitae in lieu of a resume with this application. 

Qualifications

Required qualifications:

• Experience in American Studies coursework
• Strong critical reading, writing, and research skills
• Ability to think critically about teaching and student learning
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Preferred qualifications:

• AMS concentrator or substantial coursework in American Studies
• Previous completion of AMS 130
• Interest in pedagogy, curriculum development
• Familiarity with interdisciplinary approaches to American Studies