Administrative Assistant for the National Science Foundation (NSF) Grant

Job Description

Job Description

George Fox University is seeking a part-time Administrative Assistant to support the National Science Foundation-funded project, "Collaborative Research : Design and Development of Integer Games to Reduce Barriers to Algebra." This position will be an integral part of this project's research lab, providing essential administrative and logistical support to the project's Principal Investigator, undergraduate research assistants, and graduate research assistants.

About the Job :

This role provides vital administrative and organizational support for a research project focused on developing innovative math learning tools. The Administrative Assistant will coordinate daily logistics, assist with scheduling and communication, and help maintain project materials and data systems. It's an opportunity to contribute to meaningful educational research while working closely with a collaborative academic team.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Scheduling and Coordination : Scheduling research sessions with the partnership school and managing the calendars of the research team.
• Personnel Support : Supporting the undergraduate students in "playtesting" of the games and research work.
• Lab Management : Providing day-to-day oversight of the research lab space, ensuring the security of all equipment and the confidentiality of research data.
• Data Management : Monitoring data management practices, ensuring that all data is securely stored on the lab's computers and within designated secure folders.
• Resource Management : Assisting with organizing and maintaining project materials and resources.
• Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
• By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience working cross culturally with respect, appreciation and humility.
• Other duties as assigned.

A Day in the Life of This Position :

A typical day as the administrative assistant for the "Integer Games" project is a blend of organization and collaboration. Your morning might involve chatting with undergraduate research assistants about what they need to work on and coordinating with the local school to schedule playtesting sessions for the week. You'll ensure that all data, including video files and transcripts, are securely stored on the lab's dedicated computers and within our secure digital folders. Later, you'll assist in preparing materials (like supplies for games we are developing) for the research team's meetings. Your work is the backbone of the project, providing the logistical support that allows the research to run smoothly and on schedule. This is not just a job; it's a chance to be a part of a team that is engaging in the exciting process of mathematical discovery and is contributing to a project with a genuine educational impact.

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Preference Will be Given to Those Who Have the Following Attributes :

Job information :

George Fox University has been transforming student's lives for over 125 years. We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students.

Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the university's mission as described in the Statement of Faith and Community Lifestyle Statement on our website.

As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities. In seeking to become a more inclusive community, we especially encourage applications from women and candidates from racial and ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented in our community.

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When completing the online application, please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Letter of Interest and Curriculum Vitae or Resume :

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

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