Graduate Assistant for Curriculum, Assessment, and Planning
Brief description of the non-academic unit: Enrichment Programs (EP) consists of six programs that help students at all UConn campuses enhance their educational experiences: the Honors Program, the Office of Undergraduate Research, the Office of National Scholarships & Fellowships, the Individualized and Interdisciplinary Studies Program, the Office of Pre-Professional Advising, and the University Scholar Program. All our programs are united around the shared values of relationships and collaboration; individualized, holistic practices; creativity and innovation; diversity, equity, and inclusion; care and respect; and pursuing excellence and “dreaming big.” Enrichment Program offices are open to every UConn student, on every campus. While most EP staff are located on the Storrs campus, we also have staff members at Stamford and Hartford and official liaisons at Waterbury and Avery Point.
Graduate Assistant Job Title: Graduate Assistant for Curriculum, Assessment, and Planning
Position Summary: The Graduate Assistant for Curriculum, Assessment, and Planning will be supporting Honors & Enrichment Programs (EP) in the creation of centralized data and reporting systems for enhanced ongoing program assessment.
Duration of the position: August 23, 2025 – May 22, 2026
Hours: 20 hours per week.
Work location: Rowe building, Storrs campus; hybrid work may be possible
Name and title of individual providing supervision: Dr. Jaclyn Chancey (jaclyn.chancey@uconn.edu), Enrichment Programs Director for Curriculum, Assessment, & Planning and Associate Director, Honors Program
Three (3) Primary Career Readiness Competencies Associated with this Role Include:
Communication, Critical Thinking, Technology
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Develop, test, troubleshoot, and deploy new data systems using Microsoft Office365, including SharePoint, Excel, Power Automate, and Power BI
- Collaborate with staff across the unit to determine data and reporting needs and understand existing systems and processes
- Integrate with or import from university enterprise platforms, including WebFocus (Student Administration) and HuskyCT, consulting with ITS as needed
- Design solutions that will promote data sharing between and among EP offices
- Migrate away from legacy data systems, including Microsoft Access
- Provide mechanisms for non-technical users to import and export data as needed
- Create documentation and training materials to support staff in data entry, reporting, and future development
- Program and run statistical analyses of data sets
- Develop web-based dashboards and written reports for multiple audiences
- Maintain security and confidentiality of institutional data
- Other related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel or similar software
- Experience designing and implementing relational databases
- Experience in coding, scripting, and/or application development
- Ability to learn new technology quickly
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to convey technical information to non-technical audiences
- Demonstrated ability to work independently to plan, organize, and execute long-term projects
Preferred Qualifications
- Direct experience with the Office365 Power Platform (Power BI, Power Automate, and/or Power Apps)
- Experience with enterprise data systems, including integrating data from multiple sources
- Familiarity with educational program assessment and data needs
- Skills related to data visualization and communication
- Demonstrated commitment to furthering inclusive best practices
Education and Prior Experience Requirements:
Currently pursuing a graduate degree at the University of Connecticut
Application Steps & Materials
Please send the following to jaclyn.chancey@uconn.edu as soon as possible:
- Cover letter
- Résumé
- Work sample related to this position
This may take any relevant form, such as coursework, a narrative description of a project completed in a prior position, or a link to an online portfolio
- Email from your graduate faculty advisor indicating approval of this graduate assistantship within your program of study.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Compensation and Benefits Statement
Compensation & Benefits: Stipend consistent with UConn Graduate Employee Union (GEU) rates and successful candidate’s level of education. Stipend rates can be found here. See the GEU contract for other generous benefits provided, including paid time off, tuition remission, and subsidized health insurance through the Connecticut Partnership Plan.
The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO employer.
Questions may be directed to: jaclyn.chancey@uconn.edu
Pre-Professional Advising Graduate Assistantship – Application Deadline was July 6, 2025
Effective August 23, 2025 – May 22, 2026
Job Summary:
Graduate Assistantship (20 hours per week) for the 2025-2026 Academic Year
The Pre-Professional Advising (PPA) Graduate Assistant will support students and alumni pursuing health and law careers by providing advising, administrative support, and contributing to key programming and communication efforts. The GA will work closely with the PPA team to guide students through the complex preparation and application processes for medical, dental, and law programs. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Pre-Professional Advising.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Advise Students and Alumni Interested in Health and Law Careers
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- Provide individual advising to students and alumni pursuing health careers (primarily pre-medical and pre-dental) and law careers, including pathway planning, application guidance, and general preparation for these professional fields.
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- Offer support through in-person and virtual advising appointments, email, and other outreach methods.
- Administrative and Technical Support
- Provide administrative support for office operations, including appointment scheduling, application material review, and letter packet preparation.
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- Maintain databases, student records, and appointment tracking systems.
- Communications and Outreach
- Develop and maintain communication strategies including newsletters, social media, website content, and event promotion.
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- Respond to inquiries from students, faculty, and external partners regarding pre-health and pre-law pathways and PPA office processes.
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- Cultivate an alumni network for pre-professional programming initiatives.
- Workshops and Programming
- Develop, coordinate, and facilitate workshops, professional development events, and other programming to support pre-health and pre-law students.
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- Assist in the administration and delivery of large-scale events such as the Law School Fair, Open Houses, and application preparation workshops.
- Support Special Program Initiatives
- Provide advising, programming, and support for UConn’s Pre-Medical and Health Professions Post-Baccalaureate Program.
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- Collaborate with PPA staff on advising, programming, and support for students in Special Programs (Special Program in Medicine, Special Program in Dental Medicine, and Special Program in Law).
- Special Projects and Other Duties as Assigned
- Participate in special projects that support the mission and daily operations of the PPA office.
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- Some evening and weekend hours may be required.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Enrolled in a graduate program at UConn in a related field (Health Sciences, Education, Public Health/Policy, Student Affairs, or a related discipline).
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Experience with student advising, event planning, or leadership development.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, and implement services that support student success.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with high-achieving or pre-professional students.
- Familiarity with the health professions or law school application processes.
- Ability to work independently and solve problems creatively and efficiently.
- Technical skills related to social media, website platforms, and database management systems.
To Apply:
Please send your resume and cover letter to sarah.scheidel@uconn.edu as soon as possible. Please also forward an email from your graduate faculty advisor indicating approval of this graduate assistantship within your program of study.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Application deadline, July 6, 2025.