General Assistant

@ Mercer University
Mercer Universitymerceruniversity.com

General Assistant

Posted 3 weeks ago

About the job

Mercer University’s Political Science department seeks a General Assistant to support faculty with research, office duties, coding, and organizing tasks. Ideal for students interested in political science, law, or international affairs. Position runs from Sept 2026 to May 2027, 6 hours weekly.

Requirements

  • Strong organizational skills
  • Experience coding
  • Interest in Political Science
  • Interest in International Affairs
  • Interest in Law and Public Policy

Qualifications

  • Student or previous student employee
  • Good communication skills

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Job Family:

Student Regular Wage

Department:

Political Science

Supervisor:

Maha Jolley

Job Title:

General Assistant

Job Description:

Provide support for Mercer Political Science department faculty/staff, including simple research support such as coding, and general office duties such as distributing flyers and making copies as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong organizational skills
  • Experience coding
  • Intertest in Political Science, International Affairs, or Law and Public Policy

Starting Pay is $10 an hour

Scheduled Hours:

6

Start Date:

09/1/2026

End Date:

05/11/2027
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