<p>About Us</p> <p>Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.</p> <p>Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.</p> <p>Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia and offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable). Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>The TSYS School of Computer Science is now accepting applications for Graduate Lab Assistant positions for Spring 2026. Please note that we only have one position available currently an hiring is competitive.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <p>Graduate Lab Assistants in this role will support faculty with the delivery of computer science lab sessions in classroom settings and provide tutorial assistance to undergraduate students in the Computer Science Tutoring Lab, both in person and online.</p> <p>Tutoring responsibilities will include support for the following courses: CPSC 1301K, CPSC 1302K, CPSC 1555, CPSC 2105, CPSC 2108, CPSC 2125, CPSC 3111, CPSC 3116, CPSC 3118, CPSC 3121, CPSC 3131, CPSC 6105, CPSC 6106, CYBR 2159, and CYBR 2160.</p> <p>Additionally, Graduate Lab Assistants must pursue the thesis track and are required to dedicate five hours per week to research activities unrelated to their thesis, conducted in collaboration with a faculty member.</p> <p>Required Qualifications</p> <p>Must be a graduate student in the Applied Computer Science program in one of the following concentrations: AI & Data Science, General, or Software Development. Must be proficient in Java and Python. Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. The position is competitive, so all applicants will be required to demonstrate their skills in Java and Python.</p> <p>Proposed Salary</p> <p>There is a stipend of $6,000 per semester. This position also pays for tuition, not including fees. This position works 19 hours per week.</p> <p>Work Schedule</p> <p>The Academic Operations Coordinator, Jennifer Stone, will create a schedule based on the graduate student's class schedule. The schedule will be set for the semester, and no changes will be made once it is set.</p> <p>Required Documents to Attach</p> <ul> <li>Resume </li><li>Cover Letter </li></ul> <p>Contact Information</p> <p>If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office at 706-507-8920 or e-mail to hr@columbusstate.edu.</p> <p>USG Core Values</p> <p>The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.</p> <p>Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.</p> <p>Institutional Values</p> <p>Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.</p> <p>Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.</p> <p>Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.</p> <p>Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.</p> <p>Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.</p> <p>Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.</p> <p>Conditions of Employment</p> <p>All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:</p> <ul> <li> <p>A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;</p> </li><li> <p>Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.</p> </li><li> <p>Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.</p> </li><li> <p>Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. *</p> </li></ul> <p>For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.</p> <p>All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.</p> <p>Equal Employment Opportunity</p> <p>It is the policy of Columbus State University to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.</p>