Title: Graduate Assistant for Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Environment
Position Type: Graduate Assistant
Search Type: External - minimum 7 days
Department: 21R000 - Science, Tech, Engineering & Math
Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs
Position Location: Richmond Campus
Driver Classification: Non-Driver
Hours Per Week: 20
Additional Schedule Details: Fall 2025
Retirement: None
Contact Person: Stephen Richter
Job Summary/Basic Functions
The EKU Institute of Agriculture, Natural Resources, and the Environment is seeking 2 Graduate Assistants for the 2025-2026 academic year.
The successful candidate(s) will work under the supervision of institute faculty members on professional development and career advancement opportunities within the scope of their academic field. Roles and responsibilities under this category may include, but are not limited to, program development/outreach; creating digital/print materials and guides; serving on various committees as a student representative.
Candidates must meet the eligibility requirements of the EKU Graduate School Assistantship program in order to be considered, including but not limited to full-time enrollment with the EKU Graduate School and being in good academic standing. Candidates must have at least a bachelor’s degree from a nationally recognized accredited institution.
Graduate Assistantships are renewable on a semester-to-semester basis, dependent upon the resources/needs of the University.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Candidates must have at least a bachelor’s degree from a nationally recognized accredited institution.
Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Funding Source: Institutional
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions: Candidates must meet the eligibility requirements of the EKU Graduate School Assistantship program in order to be considered, including but not limited to full-time enrollment with the EKU Graduate School and being in good academic standing.
EEO Statement
Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.
Background Check Statement
Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
