University Student Assistant Office of Sponsored Programs (Spring 2026)

Department:

Office of Sponsored Programs

Salary:

$12.50/hour (max 26 hours per week more hours available in the summer)

Position Summary:

The Office of Sponsored Programs is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented student worker to support administrative and operational functions related to research training and grant proposal development. This position offers hands-on experience in a professional office setting and contributes directly to the universitys mission of supporting faculty and staff in sponsored activities.

Required Qualifications:

• Applicants must be enrolled as a JSU student taking at least three (3) hours per fall or spring semester. (Requirements for international students below.*)
• If not a first time student applicant must have a GPA of 2.00 or higher.
• Selected applicants must provide evidence of student enrollment and GPA (unofficial transcript or printout of enrollment/GPA from MyJaxState.
• Interest in public service grants development or English is preferred.
• Currently enrolled as a student at Jacksonville State University
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook)
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with digitizing and organizing physical files and records as needed
• Maintain and update internal databases and spreadsheets
• Conduct Searches for potential grant funding opportunities
• Conduct grant proposal reviews including but not limited to narrative review and editing
• Support the preparation and submission of grant proposals and related documentation
• Perform general office tasks such as filing scanning copying and data entry
• Help coordinate training sessions and workshops including logistics and materials
• Provide support for special projects and events hosted by OSP
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all tasks to represent JSU and OSP
• Other duties as assigned

Notice Regarding International Students:

• All international students must be in a valid immigration status.
• Please visit the International Programs website for additional information: to Visa requirements international students must be enrolled as a full-time Jax State student and possess each of the following:

1. Passport from their respective country.
2. F-1 Student Visa or J-1 Exchange Student Visa.
3. U.S. Customs Form I-94.
4. Official photo identification.
5. Official Social Security Card imprinted with Valid for Work Only or similar statement

Required Documents:

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. Unofficial Transcript

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