<p>How to Apply</p> <p>A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and must be attached as the first page of your resume or CV. The letter should address your specific interest in and fit with this GSSA position. Please include your University Department/Program affiliation and year in graduate studies.</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>The aim of the Rackham Master's Education Initiative is to design student success and professional development programs which meet the unique needs and goals of our master's students.</p> <p>This GSSA position will support the Rackham Master's Education Initiative by: 1) completing a thorough literature review regarding established and emerging practices for providing affordable master's degree education, 2) conducting a public policy analysis of historical trends as well as current developments impacting master's degree affordability; and, 3) facilitating additional stakeholder engagement through direct consultation, focus groups, surveys, etc.</p> <p>Appointment Period: Fall 2025 (This position is for one term with renewal contingent upon completion of performance expectations and available funding).</p> <p>Estimated FTE: 50% (20 hours per week)</p> <p>Compensation: This appointment provides tuition, required fees, stipend (at the GEO negotiated GSSA monthly rate), GradCare health insurance, and dental insurance (Option 1).</p> <p>Number of applicants from last academic year: This is a new position.</p> <p>Course Description</p> <p>The aim of the Rackham Master's Education Initiative is to design student success and professional development programs which meet the unique needs and goals of our master's students.</p> <p>Responsibilities*</p> <ul> <li>Complete a thorough literature review regarding established and emerging practices for providing affordable master's degree education </li><li>Conduct a public policy analysis of historical trends as well as current developments impacting master's degree affordability </li><li>Facilitate stakeholder engagement about master's student success through direct consultation, focus groups, surveys, etc. </li><li>Help develop evidence-based recommendations for future next steps for the Rackham Master's Education Initiative </li><li>Serve as a member of the Rackham Master's Education Initiative's Professional Development Committee </li><li>Regularly communicate and coordinate with the Rackham Master's Education Initiative team </li><li>Assist in advancing the goals of the Rackham Master's Education Initiative </li></ul> <p>The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed and are not an exhaustive list of all associated responsibilities.</p> <p>NOTE: SOME FLEXIBILITY OF SCHEDULED WORK HOURS MAY BE REQUIRED.</p> <p>Required Qualifications*</p> <p>Applicants must be currently registered in a Rackham graduate program. Preference will be given to doctoral students who have reached candidacy. Students who are unsure if they are in a Rackham graduate program should check their graduate program listing in http://www.rackham.umich.edu/programs-of-study</p>