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Graduate Assistant - Investigative Genetic Genealogy Center

Position Number: 7305068
Location: Mahwah, United States
Position Type: Other Administrative Positions

Graduate Assistant - Investigative Genetic Genealogy Center

Location: Ramapo College, Main Campus - Mahwah NJ

Job Type: Graduate Assistant

Job Number: 202300423

Core: Teaching & Learning Core

Department: IGG Center

Opening Date:

Closing Date

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit: NA

Description

About Ramapo College of New Jersey

Ramapo College of New Jersey is the state's premier public liberal arts college, where students build the confidence, skills, and perspective to thrive in a changing world. Located on a breathtaking 300-acre campus in the foothills of the Ramapo Mountains and just a short trip from New York City, Ramapo blends the best of both worlds: natural beauty, state-of-the-art facilities, and access to one of the world's most dynamic job markets.

With approximately 6,000 students, Ramapo offers a personalized, student-centered experience defined by a 16:1 student-faculty ratio, small classes, and faculty who mentor, challenge, and inspire. Students can explore over 40 undergraduate majors and a growing portfolio of graduate programs in fields such as Business Administration, Data Science, Nursing, Educational Leadership, Social Work, Special Education, and the Doctor of Nursing Practice. Across every discipline, Ramapo emphasizes hands-on learning through internships, co-ops, study abroad, faculty research, service projects, and real-world experiences that prepare students for meaningful careers.

Our campus is home to cutting-edge academic spaces, including the Anisfield School of Business, the Adler Center for Nursing Excellence, the Sharp Sustainability Education Center, the Berrie Center for Performing and Visual Arts, the Les Paul Music Studio, and the Peter P. Mercer Learning Commons. Ramapo's award-winning residence halls are consistently ranked among the best in New Jersey.

Nationally recognized for excellence and value, Ramapo is ranked #1 among New Jersey public colleges by College Choice, named a Best Regional University North by U.S. News & World Report, and celebrated by Kiplinger's, Money Magazine, Colleges of Distinction, and Victory Media's Military Friendly rankings.

At Ramapo, students don't just earn degrees; they discover their strengths, explore new possibilities, and build the foundation for bold futures.

Working at Ramapo

Ramapo College of New Jersey has been recognized as a "Great College to Work For," where our employees are at the heart of everything we do. We foster an equitable and fair workplace where ideas are welcomed, contributions are valued, and individuals are encouraged to grow both professionally and personally. Employees benefit from meaningful work, opportunities for development, and the chance to make a lasting impact on students' lives every day.

At Ramapo College, we believe excellence is achieved through teamwork, respect, accountability, innovation, and a shared commitment to learning. Our all-hands-on deck culture requires leadership at all levels to ensure we achieve our mission, implement our goals, and invest in our future one student at a time. We are proud to offer a supportive environment that values well-being and continuous improvement. We believe in being bold, being kind, and being good teammates, making Ramapo not just a place to work, but a great place to belong.

Ramapo College offers outstanding benefits through the New Jersey State Benefits system, generous PTO, professional development opportunities, wellness programs, tuition discounts for employees and their dependents, and much more.

Compensation:
This is a 10-month, part-time Graduate Assistant position that requires 20 hours per week.

Compensation includes a $10,000 stipend and up to $8,000 in tuition reimbursement.

Period of Contract:

September 2026 -June 2027 (renewable); 20 hours per week

Examples of Duties

Duties:

Assists with administrative tasks as required related to:

Finances/budgeting for the investigative genetic genealogy center
Organizing events, meetings and conferences
Assists with management and content creation of IGG center social media accounts
Conducts mailing, printing, and other clerical and administrative tasks as needed
Performs data entry and quality control for spreadsheets and budget ledgers as

necessary

Coordinates processing of speaker information for the annual RIGG conference
Organizes and archives the center's digital media assets, including event photos,

webinar recordings, and promotional graphics

Qualifications

Requirements:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree
Enrollment in a graduate program at Ramapo College or another college/university for a minimum of six (6) credit hours per semester or two (2) courses per semester, whichever is greater, during the academic year;
Proof of course enrollment and good academic standing each semester;
Active and satisfactory academic progress towards completion of a graduate degree in an approved graduate (Master's) program with a transcript provided to the Supervisor(s)/Human Resources Department at the end of each semester;
A minimum grade point average of 3.0 or higher; and
Good academic standing during the term of the contract.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV or resume and an example of a proposed social

media video for the IGG center.

Supplemental Information

EEO Statement
Ramapo College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Ramapo is committed to academic excellence through interdisciplinary and experiential learning and international and intercultural understanding. Ramapo is also committed to fostering a community that inspires a culture of inclusivity. Examples can be found in its mission statement, strategic plans, degree and course offerings and other programs. Ramapo's environment is welcoming, dedicated to social justice, and respectful of freedom of expression.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ramapo/jobs/5400667/graduate-assistant-investigative-genetic-genealogy-center

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