Graduate Assistant Mercer Innovation Center

Graduate Assistant - Mercer Innovation Center

The Mercer Innovation Center (MIC), in collaboration with Mercer On Mission (MOM) and Religious Life, is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Graduate Assistant to support cross-functional initiatives. This role offers valuable experience in program operations, event planning, marketing, and strategic project support across university departments. The position reports to Chris Carr, Assistant Director of MIC and Religious Life, and may also receive tasks and guidance from Dr. Craig McMahan, University Minister and Dean of the Chapel.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Provide administrative support to the Assistant Director, including scheduling, communications, and daily office operations
• Assist in planning and executing MIC events, meetings, and workshops
• Support data collection and reporting for MIC and MOM initiatives
• Draft and edit reports, presentations, and internal communications
• Maintain digital and physical filing systems and track project correspondence
• Contribute to cross-departmental projects and special initiatives
• Serve as a point of contact for internal and external inquiries

Qualifications :

Compensation : Up to $13 / hour (This position offers a stipend, tuition assistance, or hourly wage, depending on the graduate assistantship arrangement at Mercer University.) Eligibility : Must be enrolled in Mercer's SHSB MBA program (in-person; online format may be considered)

Scheduled Hours : 25

Start Date : 05 / 1 / 2025

End Date : 06 / 30 / 2026