Position Details
Position Information
| Requisition Number |
Stu04626P |
| Home Org Name |
Library Administration |
| Division Name |
Library |
| Position Title |
Student Assistant - Digital Humanities |
| Working Title (if different from Position Title) |
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| Job Summary |
Auburn University Libraries is seeking applicants for the position of Student Assistant in Digital Humanities to contribute to the Alabama Authors of the 18th & 20th Centuries digital project. The ideal candidate will be a high-achieving, self-motivated sophomore or junior with an interest in at least one of the following: literary studies, computer science, digital humanities, non-profit organization promotion, scholarly publishing, data science, open-source software, and the open-access movement. The Student Assistant will gain excellent experience managing and expanding content for the Alabama Authors of the 18th & 20th Centuries website, AlabamaAuthors.org. |
| Essential Functions |
Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
- Assists in the development of project proposals, plans and protocols.
- Conducts routine or fundamental investigations and/or studies related to projects in pursuit of new knowledge, techniques and concepts.
- Assists with logistical considerations to include equipment, materials, and labor needs.
- Collects data related to others' research in related fields.
- Records, compiles, processes and analyzes data.
- Documents results and observations in writing as well as presenting results to others.
- May assist in the preparation of research results for publication or presentation at conferences to include assisting in literature reviews and assisting in the writing of results and discussions.
- May instruct and/or supervise others' research in area of expertise.
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| Why Work at Auburn? |
Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle! |
| Minimum Qualifications |
Currently enrolled student at Auburn University.
Expectations:
- Report for the shift on time
- Interest in public service and delivery of quality customer service
- Be willing to work as a team member while interacting with faculty, staff, and students
- Possess strong interpersonal and communications skills
- Detail oriented
- Job frequently requires standing, walking, reaching, balancing, hearing, handling objects with hands, and occasionally lifting
- Dependability, multi-tasking, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment are imperative
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| Preferred Qualifications |
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| Pay Rate |
$9.00/hour |
| Work Hours |
Students are allowed to work up to 20 hours per week depending on the availability |
| City position is located in: |
Auburn |
| State position is located: |
Alabama |
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Date |
07/24/2025 |
| Closing Date |
09/26/2025 |
| Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement |
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their
website to learn more. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Quick Link for Internal Postings |
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/54993 |
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Auburn
$9.00 / hr
Jul 25, 2025