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PA - Reader/Grader for AAS271: Afrofuturism and Popular Culture

Apply now(opens in a new window) Job No: 508192
Division/Organization: College of Letters & Science
Department: African American Studies
Job Type: UW Student Assistant
Remote Eligbility: Not Remote
Location: WHITE HALL, HELEN C
Salary/Wage Range or Lump Sum: 25.83
Job Categories: Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Teamwork/Collaboration, Graduate Assistant-Programs/Projects

Department Overview:

 The Department of African American Studies is committed to bringing academic research to the broadest possible audience, within and beyond the walls of the university. We believe that the deepest understanding of the complex reality of race in America requires a truly interdisciplinary approach, one that draws on history and literature, the social sciences and the arts.

Anticipated Start Date:

 1/21/2025

Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):

 5/12/2025

Remote Work Eligibility Detail:

Not Remote

 

Anticipated Hours Per Week:

 0-10

Schedule:

 The schedule will vary depending assignments and exams. To be determined by the supervisor.
0 to 10 a week (total of 60 hours for the appointment)

Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum:

 $25.83

Number of Positions:

 1

Qualifications:

 Must be a current Graduate student
Preference will be given to students in the field of Literature, History, Cultural Studies, Theatre, Art History
Cannot be currently enrolled in the course

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Familiarity with Canvas platform
Ability to provide feedback and maintain confidentiality
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Position Summary/Job Duties:

This is an hourly Project Assistant Reader/Grader position to grade writing assignments for AAS271: Afrofuturism and Popular Culture. Grading loads are expected to be more concentrated near due dates of exams and major assignments.

This appointment does not carry any tuition remission or benefits.

Physical Demands:

Not applicable

Institutional Statements:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

UW-Madison is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce.

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background-people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: diversity.wisc.edu

Accommodation Statement:

If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website:https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/
 
 

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