S/L Communications Research Assistant

Westminster University

Communications Research Assistant

Student Employment

Position Summary

The Communications Research Assistant supports the Communication Program by assisting the department chair and faculty with research, administrative tasks, and student support. This includes serving as a teaching assistant, aiding with grading and feedback, offering copyediting and tutoring for COMM 490 students, and supporting faculty projects. The ideal candidate is a strong writer who enjoys collaborative and detail-oriented work.

Primary Responsibilities & Tasks

• Administrative Support: Assist the chair of the Communication program with organizational and administrative tasks.
• Teaching Assistant Duties: Support COMM faculty with grading, providing feedback on assignments, and assisting in class preparation.
• Copyediting Support: Offer proofreading and editing support to students in COMM 490.
• Tutoring & Peer Support: Lead tutoring sessions or study groups to help students strengthen their communication skills.
• Research Support: Assist faculty with academic research including source gathering, content organization, and literature review.
• Departmental Collaboration: Step in to support other faculty members in the department as directed by the program chair.

Learning Outcomes

Students in this role will:
 • Strengthen academic research and source evaluation skills.
 • Improve their ability to give effective, constructive feedback on student writing.
 • Develop peer mentorship and tutoring abilities.
 • Gain practical experience supporting course development and instruction.
 • Build professional communication and collaboration skills.
 • Enhance their understanding of department-level academic support and administrative processes.

Diversity and Inclusion

Promote an Inclusive Westminster through demonstration of the commitments include in the Westminster University Diversity Statement. Participate in developmental activities to increase understanding and awareness of issues related diversity, equity and Inclusion both individually and as related to my filed of work, profession or discipline.

For questions about this position, please contact Erin Coleman-Serrano at 
ecoleman@westminsteru.edu