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Posted June 30, 2026

Graduate Assistant – Villanova Institute for Research and Scholarship

Villanova University
Villanova, Pennsylvania, United States 19085 Full Time
Reference: 285550379

Villanova University


Graduate Assistant – Villanova Institute for Research and Scholarship



Posting Details

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Position Information

Posting Number: 20260240V
Position Title: Graduate Assistant – Villanova Institute for Research and Scholarship
Posting Type Graduate Assistant
Hours/week: 10-12
Eligibility: Graduate Assistant
Semester 2026-2027 Academic Year
Location Tolentine Hall
Detailed Work Schedule
Number of positions: 1
Department: 932 - Research Institute
Contact Name: Janice Bially Mattern
Contact Phone/Extension: 9-5078
Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary:

The Villanova Institute for Research and Scholarship is seeking a detail-oriented, data-literate graduate student to support the Director on two major projects:
  • Development of a department report on Villanova’s internal faculty research funding programs focused on historical trends and institutional impact. The Graduate Assistant will compile, organize, clean, analyze, and summarize data for the report.
  • Implementation of a University-wide system for coordinating information about external research funding opportunities. The Graduate Assistant will identify, analyze, track, and create online postings for specified types of funding opportunities.


The position offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in data management and analysis, institutional research, and collaborative authorship. It offers practical exposure to the professions of research development, research administration, and higher education administration.
This is a hybrid role with scheduling flexibility. In-person work is expected at least one day/per week.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Compile, organize, clean, and help analyze historical data on Villanova’s internal faculty research funding programs
  • Create data tables, summaries, and reporting materials
  • Document grant-related data capture and reporting processes to improve efficiency of annual data reporting
  • Review, interpret, and track basic requirements for specified external funding opportunities and document processes to establish standard workflow
  • Create and monitor funding opportunity postings and application forms in grant competition software (InfoReady)
  • Other administrative operations as needed.
Requirements:
  • Current Villanova Master’s student
  • Experience compiling, cleaning, and organizing data
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including using formulas, sorting/filtering, and basic analysis
  • Ability to quickly understand and master new software platforms
  • Strong organizational skills and problem-solving mindset
  • Ability to deal discretely with confidential information
  • Ability to work independently after training while following guidance and direction
Additional Information:
Prefer candidates with an understanding of or interest in how a university organizes and manages its research enterprise. Should be a motivated worker dedicated to seeing tasks completed from start to finish.
Physical Demands Summary:
None
Wage Rate: $18/hr
Posting Detail Information

Closing Date (11:59pm ET):
Open Until Filled Yes

Posting Specific Questions

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  1. * Are you currently a registered Villanova student?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Are you eligible for work study?
    • Yes
    • No
    • I don't know
  3. * Have you ever worked on campus before? If “Y”, what department and semester/year?

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. * What is your availability (days, times)?

    (Open Ended Question)

Optional Applicant Documents:

Required Documents
    Optional Documents
    1. Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
    2. Resume / Curriculum Vitae




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