Graduate Assistantships

Qualifications

• Must be actively enrolled in a graduate program at SIUE (either Engineering or Humanities – Humanities is preferred for this position) 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Interest in teaching with technology
• Interest or experience in teaching information literacy
• Able to work independently as well as on a team
• Must be available during morning and afternoon hours during the summer
• Must be prepared to begin work/training starting August 8th, 2025
• Must have a reliable way into work
• Must be flexible with scheduling

Position Description

 The Biomedical Library (BML) graduate assistant plays a crucial role in both the day-to-day operations of the Biomedical Library and in empowering students to develop deeper library researching skills. Working at the Biomedical Library at the School of Dental Medicine campus in Alton, Illinois, this position is responsible for answering general and subject-specific reference questions in-person and via email, phone, and online chat. The position is also responsible for staffing the combined information and circulation desk, helping patrons with printing, scanning, and lab computers, opening and closing and safety procedures, and other tasks as assigned.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain building operations of the Alton Biomedical Library during scheduled hours (Mon-Fri, 7:30 am – 5:00 pm)
• Provide frontline customer service at the library’s help desk, both in person and for remote users via phone, email, or live chat
• Open and close the building, making sure library property and equipment is secure
• Conduct reference interviews with students and assist them in developing their ability to research using library materials and resources 
• Assist LIS librarians with research consultations, special projects, and other researching skills-based tasks
• Assist in other LIS departments as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Application Process

Required Documents

1.  LIS GA Application
2. Cover letter highlighting the candidate's interest and/or experience in teaching information literacy with technology
3. CV or resume indicating technology competencies and any prior teaching/tutoring experience.
4. 2025 Official Fall Class Schedule (can be obtained from CougarNet)

**All communications sent to the prospective employer should include the posting number for the position.

To apply for this position, please send all of the documents listed above in one email to: Tracey Price trprice@siue.edu

*Please do not apply in-person or over the telephone. Applications in-person and via telephone will not be accepted.

Applicant Materials Are Received By

 Email: trprice@siue.edu

 **All communications sent to the prospective employer should include the posting number for the position. 

Voluntary GA Applicant Data Form

This form is used to gather applicant data by the Office of Equal Opportunity, Access, & Title IX Coordination at SIUE. This information cannot be viewed by units hiring Graduate Assistants. Completion of this form is not required and will not impact your chances of being hired for a Graduate Assistantship. This form is NOT an application for employment. To apply for a Graduate Assistant position, follow the instructions listed in the posting.