Graduate Assistant, Exercise & Sport Science

Graduate Assistant, Exercise & Sport ScienceJeanette C. Rudy School of Nursing & Health ProfessionsJob DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Cumberland University, Lebanon, TNTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: Part-time (20 hours per week)Position Type: Graduate AssistantJob Category: EducationEducation Level: Bachelor's DegreeDescriptionPosition Title: Graduate Assistant, Exercise & Sport ScienceHours Per Week: 20Supervisor: Program Directors in Exercise &Sport Science & Master's of Sport & Exercise ScienceCompensation: Tuition WaiverPosting Date: June 27, 2025Closing Date: Open until filledStarting Date: August 15, 2025Job Type: Part-timeInternal Job Category: Graduate AssistantPosition Overview: The Jeanette C. Rudy School of Nursing & Health Professions is seeking a personable and highly motivated Graduate Assistant to work 20 hours each week primarily assisting with various operations and projects that are specific to the Bachelor's of Exercise & Sport Science (EXSS) & Master's of Sport & Exercise Science (MSES) programs.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAssist Program Director(s) in maintaining lab spaces and equipment.Contribute to scholarly activities that align with mission of the EXSS & MSES programs.Assist with recruiting and outreach events.Serve as a liaison between students and advisors throughout EXSS & MSES programs.Other duties as assigned at the discretion of Program Directors.DESIRED SKILLSExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong interpersonal communication skillsRecord keeping and reporting skillsExcellent organizational skillsProficient in Microsoft Office programs (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)Basic data analysis skillsStrong attention to detail and strong work ethicQUALIFICATIONSMust have a 3.0 or above overall GPAMust be enrolled in a graduate program at Cumberland UniversityProficient in Microsoft Office programs (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)Must possess a high level of discretionANTICIPATED START DATEAugust 15, 2025COMPENSATIONFull tuition waiver (no stipend, housing, books or fees)Professional growth opportunitiesHOURSRequired 20 hours a weekAPPLICATION PROCEDUREA completed application for the Graduate Assistant position should include:Cover letter including your interest in the GA position and your qualificationsResume (Employment background, educational background - GPA included)Minimum of 3 professional references (contact information only)For more information about Cumberland University, click the link below...https://www.cumberland.edu/about/For more information:Jason Grindstaff, Interim Dean, Rudy School of Nursing & Health Professionsjgrindstaff@cumberland.edu