Graduate Assistant, Exercise & Sport Science

## Description

Graduate Assistant, Exercise & Sport Science

• Jeanette C. Rudy School of Nursing & Health Professions
• **Job Details**
• **Level:** Entry
• **Job Location:** Cumberland University, Lebanon, TN
• **Travel Percentage:** None
• **Job Shift:** Part-time (20 hours per week)
• **Position Type:** Graduate Assistant
• **Job Category:** Education
• **Education Level:** Bachelor’s Degree
• **Description**
• **Position Title:** Graduate Assistant, Exercise & Sport Science
• **Hours Per Week:** 20
• **Supervisor:** Program Directors in Exercise &Sport Science & Master’s of Sport & Exercise Science
• **Compensation:** Tuition Waiver
• **Posting Date:** June 27, 2025
• **Closing Date:** Open until filled
• **Starting Date:** August 15, 2025
• **Job Type:** Part-time

Internal Job Category: Graduate Assistant

Position Overview: The Jeanette C. Rudy School of Nursing & Health Professions is seeking a personable and highly motivated Graduate Assistant to work 20 hours each week primarily assisting with various operations and projects that are specific to the Bachelor’s of Exercise & Sport Science (EXSS) & Master’s of Sport & Exercise Science (MSES) programs.

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**

• Assist Program Director(s) in maintaining lab spaces and equipment.
• Contribute to scholarly activities that align with mission of the EXSS & MSES programs.
• Assist with recruiting and outreach events.
• Serve as a liaison between students and advisors throughout EXSS & MSES programs.
• Other duties as assigned at the discretion of Program Directors.

**DESIRED SKILLS**

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Record keeping and reporting skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Basic data analysis skills
• Strong attention to detail and strong work ethic

**QUALIFICATIONS**

• Must have a 3.0 or above overall GPA
• Must be enrolled in a graduate program at Cumberland University
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Must possess a high level of discretion

**ANTICIPATED START DATE**

• August 15, 2025

**COMPENSATION**

• Full tuition waiver (no stipend, housing, books or fees)
• Professional growth opportunities

**HOURS**

• Required 20 hours a week

**APPLICATION PROCEDURE**

• A completed application for the Graduate Assistant position should include:
• Cover letter including your interest in the GA position and your qualifications
• Resume (Employment background, educational background - GPA included)
• Minimum of 3 professional references (contact information only)

• For more information about Cumberland University, click the link below…
• <https://www.cumberland.edu/about/>

For more information

• Jason Grindstaff, Interim Dean, Rudy School of Nursing & Health Professions
• <[email hidden]>
• 615-547-1381