CTR FOR ADV RESEARCH - Stud Grad Assist-Research CAR

Job Classification

  Student Graduate Asst-Hourly

Position summary

The Center for Adventist Research seeks a graduate student to assist with special projects by conducting historical research on Seventh-day Adventist history. Work will involve using CAR’s archival collections and other resources to prepare materials for publications, exhibits, and outreach.

Qualifications summary

Strong research and writing skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently. Proficient in using library and archival resources, compiling and organizing historical information, and preparing accurate, well-documented research outputs. Skilled with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace; knowledge of Adventist history, archival practices, and additional language proficiency preferred.

Duties and responsibilities

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  Conduct research using primary and secondary sources.
  


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  Compile and summarize findings for staff use.
  


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  Prepare bibliographies, timelines, and reference notes.
  


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  Assist with organizing and preserving research materials.
  


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  Support CAR outreach projects as needed.
  

Supervisory responsibilities

None.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

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  Enrolled in an Andrews University graduate program for 2025–2026.
  


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  Strong research and writing skills.
  


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  Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
  


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  Attention to detail and accuracy.
  


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  Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
  

Preferred Qualifications (Not Required):

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  Knowledge of Adventist history.
  


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  Experience in archives or special collections.
  


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  Familiarity with Library of Congress call numbers and library catalogs.
  


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  Familiarity with citation styles (Chicago/Turabian).
  


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  Additional language skills relevant to Adventist history.
  

Technical competencies

N/A

Interpersonal interactions

Must be comfortable in an office setting with coworkers.

Physical demands

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  Ability to remain seated at a desk and work on a computer for extended periods.
  


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  Occasional walking, bending, or reaching to retrieve materials from shelves or storage areas.
  


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  Ability to handle and lift archival boxes or books weighing up to 20 pounds.
  


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  Sufficient vision to read printed and digital materials.
  


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  Clear verbal communication and ability to hear in a typical office environment.
  

Work environment

Typical office setting.