Work with GRADventure

GRADventure positions

Below you will find positions that we have recently recruited/hired for, or ones that we are actively recruiting. Thanks for your interest in being part of GSPA.

Note: We are not currently hiring for any positions, but please check back here in the future and keep an eye on the graduate student e-news for opportunities!

Job title: Graduate Student Programming Strategist - not currently hiring
Job title: Graduate Professional Skills Program Specialist - position filled
Job title: GRADventure Specialist - not currently hiring

Graduate Student Programming Strategist [Not currently hiring]

Department: Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs (GSPA), with support from the Graduate Student Association- University of Waterloo (GSA-UW)

Position length: one year, beginning January 1, 2022

Pay rate: $8,168.00/term *(plus 4% vacation pay) for 10 hours/week

*Note, this rate is tied to the RA rate and will follow any university agreed-upon increases.

Position will report to: Manager, Graduate and Postdoctoral Experience, GSPA

PRIMARY PURPOSE

The Graduate Student Programming Strategist will support GSPA-led graduate student experience initiatives by working in roles that involve conducting research, marketing and outreach activities, the development and facilitation of interdisciplinary programming, as well as strategic communications, research projects, and a range of other support activities.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

The Programming Strategist will:

conduct research on existing and future programming through the use of focus groups, consultations and/or surveys with graduate students and other key stakeholders and through assessment and analysis of existing data
create outreach and/or marketing plans
source out new programming, including feasibility assessment and curriculum development (with appropriate partner engagement)
organize virtual or in-person events that promote and support the University of Waterloo’s graduate student experience, including event logistics, timetabling, day-of event details
source and generate content for student-facing communication channels
work with other stakeholders (GSA-UW, campus partners and internal team members) to identify opportunities for growth and development on graduate student programming

The Programming Strategist reports to the Manager, Graduate and Postdoctoral Experience. The Strategist has a close working relationship with other GSPA team members, and the GSA-UW, among others.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Special skills, knowledge and experience:

familiar with existing graduate student programming at the University of Waterloo; experience taking part in existing GSPA and campus partner programming an asset.
experience conducting, analyzing, and reporting qualitative research (e.g., focus groups, survey, consultations)
superior written and oral communication skills
successful experience working independently and within a team environment
excellent organizational skills including experience meeting multiple and concurrent deadlines
proven experience with accuracy and attention to detail
experience with outreach, communications, events, or volunteer initiatives an asset
must be an active Waterloo graduate student for the duration of the appointment, with ideally a minimum of two terms into the current program of study

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

To apply for this position, please email Angela Rooke (a2rooke@uwaterloo.ca) the following documents in a single pdf document with a unique file name (e.g. LastName_FirstName.pdf) by November 15th, 2021 at 11:59 p.m.:

A cover letter outlining why you are interested in this position and what skills and experience you bring to the role.
A one- or two- page résumé (not an academic CV) that highlights your qualifications and experience related to this position.

For help with your application materials, we suggest booking an appointment with the Graduate Career Advisors at the Centre for Career Action.

Questions about the position may be directed to the hiring manager, Angela Rooke (a2rooke@uwaterloo.ca)

Graduate Professional Skills Program Specialist [Not currently hiring]

Job Title: Graduate Professional Skills Program Specialist

Department: Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs, with financial support from the Graduate Studies Endowment Fund

Position for: 8 months (fall 2022 term and winter 2023 term)

Pay rate: $8,249.68/term (plus 4% vacation pay) for 10 hours/week

PRIMARY PURPOSE

The Graduate Professional Skills Program Specialist will support the GSPA-led Professional Skills Foundations program for University of Waterloo graduate students. The specialist is responsible for working with graduate students on their professional developments goals, as well as organizing and facilitating other programming and initiatives for graduate students, as needed.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Program Support

Collaborate with Centre for Career Action on foundational workshop and reflection preparation, and with planning career workshops
Review student reflections and reports
Respond to inquiries regarding professional development activity requirements
Review students’ preliminary professional development plans and capstone project proposals
Provide feedback and advice on professional development plans and capstone projects
Communication and outreach supporting program launch

Administration and record keeping

Review submitted tracking documents
Send confirmation emails
Spot-check online registration with campus partners
Confirm pass/fail on projects, reflections and plans
Reviewing past workshop attendance for credit
Development of program evaluation instrument: course quality, student satisfaction, instructor quality
Workshop feedback analysis

Supporting other projects as needed

Identify/recruit participants
Develop evaluation tools/surveys
Assist with logistics and planning

The Graduate Professional Skills Program Specialist reports to the Graduate Student Experience Specialist, but will have a close working relationship with other GRADventure team members, and the broader GSPA.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Special skills, knowledge and experience:

familiar with national and international graduate professional skills development landscape
experience in conducting research (e.g. survey, consultations)
excellent oral and written communication skills
successful experience working independently and within a team environment
excellent organizational skills including experience meeting multiple and concurrent deadlines
proven experience with accuracy and attention to detail
experience teaching, facilitating and providing effective feedback to students
must be an active Waterloo doctoral student for the duration of the appointment, with a minimum of two terms into the current program of study
successful applicants must follow the guidelines for graduate student employment

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

To apply for this position, please email Sarah Howard (sarah.howard@uwaterloo.ca) the following documents in a single pdf document with a unique file name (e.g. LastName_FirstName.pdf) by Monday August 8, 2022 at 11:59 p.m.:

A cover letter outlining why you are interested in this position and what skills and experience you bring to the role.
A one- or two- page résumé (not an academic CV) that highlights your qualifications and experience related to this position.

GRADventure Specialist [Not currently hiring]

Job Title: GRADventure Specialist

Department: Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs

Position for: not currently available

Pay rate: $7,299 per term (plus 4% vacation pay) for 10 hours/week

PRIMARY PURPOSE

As part of the University’s commitment to advancing the outstanding academic programming theme of the University of Waterloo Strategic Plan, Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs (GSPA) is hiring six graduate students to work as GRADventure specialists. GSPA will hire three PhD students in the fall term and three PhD students in the winter term. GRADventure specialists may be re-hired to work an additional term.

GRADventure specialists will support the GSPA-led graduate professional skills program (GRADventure) by working in roles that involve marketing and outreach activities, the organization and facilitation of interdisciplinary events, as well as strategic communications, research projects, and a range of other support activities.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

The GRADventure specialist will:

conduct research on GRADventure programming through the use of focus groups, consultations and/or surveys with key stakeholders, including graduate students
create outreach plans for GRADventure
source out new programming, including feasibility assessment and curriculum development (with appropriate partner engagement)
organize events that promote and support GRADventure, including event logistics, timetabling, day-of event details
keep current on all GRADventure and graduate professional skills events; maintain active calendar and schedule
source and generate content for all communication channels that support GRADventure
work with other GRADventure specialists to identify opportunities for GRADventure growth and development

The GRADventure specialist reports to the Manager, Professional Skills and Postdoctoral Affairs. The Specialist has a close working relationship with other GRADventure team members, and the broader GSPA.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Special skills, knowledge and experience:

familiar with national and international graduate professional skills development landscape
experience in conducting research (e.g. focus groups, survey, consultations)
experience in writing, editing, and proofreading – for online and print
successful experience working independently and within a team environment
excellent organizational skills including experience meeting multiple and concurrent deadlines
proven experience with accuracy and attention to detail
experience with outreach, communications, events, or volunteer initiatives an asset
must be an active Waterloo doctoral student for the duration of the appointment, with a minimum of two terms into the current program of study

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

To apply for the GRADventure specialist position, please submit the following documents in a single pdf document with a unique file name (e.g. LastName_FirstName.pdf):

A cover letter outlining why you are interested in this position and what skills and experience you bring to it.
A one- or two- page résumé (not an academic CV) that highlights your qualifications and experience related to this position.

For help with your application materials, we suggest booking an appointment with the Graduate Career Advisors at the Centre for Career Action.