Public Health Graduate Assistant, Simmons University, (Boston, MA)
Posted August 4, 2025
Description
The Simmons Master of Public Health Program is seeking a part-time Graduate Assistant to support the ongoing growth and operations of this online graduate program focused on advancing health equity. The student will work approximately 20 hours per week beginning in the fall semester, with the possibility of renewal. This position reports to the Director of the MPH Program.
Responsibilities
This position offers the exciting opportunity to network and build professional connections, learn about and support the operations of educational programming and contribute to advancing public health, health equity, and social justice. The position will involve, but will not be limited to:
- administrative supports, communications, and meeting management (e.g., scheduling, note taking, hospitality, etc.),
- media projects (e.g., maintaining social media presence, creating the monthly newsletter, conducting interviews with practitioners and professionals, etc.).
- project management and program support (e.g,. compiling and design of reports and accreditation materials, preparation of marketing materials, review and quality check of curricular materials)
- research and/or administrative support for department chair, program directors, and faculty
Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience developing content for marketing and promotion
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including proofreading
- Experience using Zoom, Google Drive suite, Google Sites
- Demonstrated with graphic design using Canva or similar software
- Ability to work independently (much of the work is project-based)
- Ability to manage and triage multiple projects and meet deadlines
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Professionalism in working with faculty and staff and in managing confidential matters
Students must be enrolled in at least two courses (8 credits) and must maintain a grade of “B” or better in each course to be eligible.
Hours and Compensation
This is a remote position and the pay rate is $18/hour. The position will begin as a Fall semester post and may continue contingent upon program needs and student performance.
How to Apply
Submit a resume and a brief cover letter describing relevant experience in the Workday application portal. Applications will be reviewed beginning immediately and on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Send any questions about the position to MPH Program Director, Leigh Haynes ([email protected]).
Instructions to Applicants: Please upload all applicable application materials (e.g. resume/cv, cover letter, writing sample, teaching philosophy, etc.) in the Application Materials box on page 2 (“My Experience”) of this application. Documents can be uploaded individually or as a combined document (e.g. PDF).