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THRC Student Worker

 

Department: This role is located within the Texas State University Translational Health Research Center (THRC). Specifically, this role supports center programs, projects, and activities related to research, assessment, outreach, and community-engaged work at TXST. The THRC partners with faculty, students, and community organizations to advance health through applied, collaborative work.

 

Job Summary:
Become a THRC Student Worker!  THRC student workers are an important part of our team. You will help support the day-to-day work of the Center through front office, administrative, data, and event support. You will contribute to projects that support research, outreach, assessment, and community partnerships.

 

If you are a TXST student who is organized, dependable, professional, and interested in gaining experience in a collaborative university setting, working as a THRC Student Worker could be a valuable opportunity to build your skills while supporting the work of the center. 

 

Job Duties:

THRC student workers have a wide range of specific accountabilities, including: 

  • Providing front office support for THRC, including greeting visitors, answering basic questions, and helping with everyday office tasks. 
  • Answering phones, taking messages, routing inquiries, and providing professional customer service to students, faculty, staff, and community partners. 
  • Helping with data collection, data entry, and spreadsheet updates for center programs and assessment activities, which may include tracking grant activity, project progress, community partnerships, and related information.
  • Searching for, organizing, and updating information across shared files and systems to help keep records accurate and current as center projects and assessment systems develop. 
  • Assisting with scanning, filing, indexing, organizing records, and preparing documents or materials as needed.
  • Assisting with THRC events, workshops, meetings, and outreach activities.
  • Maintaining confidentiality of sensitive student, research, program, project, and office information.
  • Completing other duties as assigned in support of the THRC mission and operations. 

 

On-Campus Job Location: Nueces 247, Texas State University, San Marcos Campus 

 

Work Schedule: Students in this position are expected to work up to 20 hours per week, and must be able to work in person at times during University Hours (Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm).

 

Employee Evaluation Process: Student employees are evaluated by their supervisor at the end of each long semester.

 

PAYRATE DETERMINATION: The starting pay rate is $14-16 per hour, established in alignment with the Texas State University Pay Plan. Payrate may increase by. 25 after two long semesters (fall & spring) of employment with a positive evaluation from their supervisor using the Student Employee Career Readiness Evaluation form. 

 

SKILL DEVELOPMENT: In this role, students will build a variety of important skills based on the TXST CareerReadiness Competencies, including: 

  • Career & Self-Development: Gain hands-on experience in practical office management, helping them build professional habits and workplace confidence.  
  • Communication:  enhance their communication skills through regular interaction with staff, faculty, and visitors in a professional setting. 
  • Critical Thinking: strengthen their ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities in a dynamic work environment. 
  • Professionalism:  Develop strong organizational skills by managing various office tasks efficiently and maintaining accurate records with a reliable and professional approach.

 

DIRECT SUPERVISOR: TBD

 

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Availability:  Must be available to work during the office’s hours of operation, between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.   Flexibility for occasional extended hours for events.
  • Location:  This position will be working in the Translational Health Research Center on the 2nd floor of Nueces Hall.       May occasionally travel to THRC’s off-campus office located at 200 Stagecoach Trail in San Marcos using personal transportation (if available). 
  • Skills Required: 
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential
    •  Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. 
    • Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to handle sensitive or confidential information responsibly. 
    • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail 
  • Preferred Skills & Experience: 
    • Experience assisting with event planning, office administration, or customer service.  
    • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and willingness to learn department-specific software
  • Physical Requirements: Must be able to assist with light lifting related to deliveries and event setup. 
  • Academic Requirement (if any): A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required to be eligible for this position. 

 

EMPLOYEE EVALUATION PROCESS: Student employees will receive feedback mid-semester and at the end of each term through a one-on-one evaluation with their supervisor, focused on strengths, growth areas, and career competency development.