April 23, 2019
UW Graduate Staff Assistant (GSA) Position with GO-MAP: 2019-2020
Application Deadline: May 5, 2019
The Graduate Opportunities and Minority Achievement Program (GO-MAP) is a unit in The Graduate School and works with the University to provide an innovative and inclusive graduate student community and experience. GO-MAP takes a leadership role in the recruitment and support of underrepresented graduate students of color at the University of Washington. We help build community on and off campus while enhancing scholarship and research. By providing opportunities for graduate students of color to learn and grow through experiences rich in cultural, ethnic and racial diversity, GO-MAP simultaneously enriches the environment for all UW students, staff, and faculty.
GO-MAP is seeking a GSA to be a member of a highly collaborative team and serve a primary role in the overall coordination and implementation of programs and events that support outreach, recruitment, retention, and professional development initiatives focused on serving graduate students of color at the University of Washington. Emphasis will be placed on applicants with demonstrated experience and a commitment to social justice, equity, and inclusion efforts.
Appointment Period & Eligibility
This is a one academic year commitment from September 16, 2019 to June 15, 2020 (Summer 2019 start date negotiable). University of Washington graduate students enrolled full-time (minimum of 10 credits per quarter) throughout appointment are eligible.
Salary and Benefits
Compensation is at the GSA level for which the student is eligible. This includes tuition coverage, health benefits, and a bi-weekly stipend. The UW’s policy regarding graduate student service appointments is set forth in Executive Order 28. The basic monthly stipend and health benefits associated with student service appointments can be found here.
For more information about this position, including job responsibilities and the application form, click here.
For more information on GO-MAP, please visit our webpage and Facebook page.