Graduate Assistant (B.Sc. Public Health Programme) at Miva Open University

OVERALL FUNCTION

• As a Graduate Assistant in the Department of Public Health at Miva University, you will be responsible for providing instructional, assessment, and research support to faculty.
• The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, in-depth knowledge of Public Health, and a passion for delivering high-quality online education.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Research Assistance:

• Collaborate with faculty members on ongoing research projects.
• Assist in literature reviews, data collection, analysis, and experimentation.
• Help maintain research equipment and software tools.

Teaching Support:

• Aid in preparing course materials, including lecture slides, assignments, and exams.
• Assist in conducting labs, workshops, or tutorials.
• Provide academic support to undergraduate students during office hours.

Administrative Duties:

• Assist in organizing departmental events, seminars, and workshops.
• Help with the organization and maintenance of departmental resources and materials.
• Assist with departmental communications and correspondence.

Professional Development:

• Attend relevant workshops, seminars, or conferences.
• Engage in ongoing learning and skill development in Public Health and related fields.

Other Duties as Assigned:

• Assist in student recruitment and outreach activities.
• Perform additional tasks and projects as directed by the Head of Department.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Enrollment in a graduate program (Master's or Ph.D.) in Public Health or a related field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and collaborate with faculty, staff, and students.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Previous research or teaching experience is a plus but optional.