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Postings last updated on: 02-04-2025 06:00 PM

Graduate Assistant - Construction Mgn't & Interior Design

BSU - Construction Management and Interior Design

Job Description

The research assistant shall contribute to the development and execution of research projects in the areas of construction management and interior design. Typical responsibilities include the following:
1) Conduct literature reviews 2) Prepare interview and survey questions 3) Prepare materials for the IRB Committee review 4) Recruit interview subjects and respondents to surveys 5) Collect data and run statistical analysis 6) Prepare materials for submission to granting agencies and foundations, summarize project results 7) Participate in writing journal and conference papers

Qualifications

An earned Baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution; Acceptance into the Graduate program at Ball State University; Statistical and research experience, good writing, communications and time management skills, ability to multi-task.

Additional Job Details

Desired Start Date

8/18/2025

Desired Majors

Architecture, Audiology, Interior Design, Psychological Science

How to Apply

E-Mail letter of interest to skthompson2@bsu.edu addressed to Sherif Attallah, Department Associate Chair, Department of Construction Management and Interior Design; Include current resume, 3 letters of reference, transcript of highest completed degree, and letter of acceptance into BSU Graduate School.

Marketing and Communications Assistant

BSU - Online and Strategic Learning

Job Description

Assists the marketing and communications staff with promotional activities for the Division of Online and Strategic Learning – including content and social media marketing. Assists with content marketing needs for digital and print deliverables, updates for website and social media channels, performs market research, and assists with special projects for the office. Occasionally design social media graphics.
Hours: 20 per week
Stipend: $6,125 per semester (spring and fall), plus in-state tuition stipend (in addition, sometimes a $3,000 summer stipend is available)
Contact: Send cover letter, resume, writing samples and/or portfolio, and contact information for three references to:
Carolyn Duncan
Senior Marketing Content Specialist
Division of Online and Strategic Learning
Ball State University
Muncie, IN 47306
765-285-3530
cnduncan@bsu.edu

Qualifications

Responsibilities:
Editorial responsibilities may include research and writing for publications, social media, emails, and the division’s websites, including www.bsu.edu/online and https://blogs.bsu.edu/online/
Assist with primary and secondary marketing research
Assist with special projects
Assist with office duties as needed



Required Criteria:
The person filling this position requires the following skills:
The ability to manage complex projects
Experience writing long- and short-form content, including blog, email, web, and social media copy
Experience with or the ability to learn Canva, InDesign and/or Photoshop, and Google Docs
The ability to write and edit quickly, efficiently, and effectively
Management and organizational skills to fulfill special project assignments
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
The ability to relate effectively with students, faculty, administration, and other publics



Preferred Criteria:
Familiarity with social media, especially Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, and Instagram, and a good grasp of how to use it effectively
Experience with creating graphics and short videos for social media
Experience with updating websites using WordPress
Familiarity with SEO best practices

Additional Job Details

Desired Start Date

8/18/2025

Desired Majors

Corporate Communications, Digital Production, English, English - Creative Writing, Journalism, Journalism - Literary Journalism, Journalism - Magazine Media, Journalism - News, Journalism - Reporting and Storytelling, Journalistic Narrative Writing, Public Relations

How to Apply

Contact: Send cover letter, resume, writing samples and/or portfolio, and contact information for three references to:

Carolyn Duncan
Senior Marketing Content Specialist
Division of Online and Strategic Learning
Ball State University
Muncie, IN 47306
765-285-3530
cnduncan@bsu.edu