Cratis D. Williams School of Graduate Studies

Supervisor: Dr. Jason Lynch, Associate Professor of Higher Education & Student Affairs
Supervisor Bio: Dr. Jason Lynch is an Associate Professor in the Reich College of Education at Appalachian State University. His research focuses on trauma-informed leadership, organizational trauma, and workplace wellbeing in
higher education. He serves as Executive Editor of the Journal of Trauma Studies in Education and coordinates the Graduate Certificate in Trauma-Informed Leadership. His work centers on advancing trauma-informed practices within colleges and universities through research, leadership development, and professional education initiatives.

Location: Fully remote

Position Overview

This individual will support a portfolio of research, scholarly, and programmatic initiatives related to trauma-informed practice and higher education. Responsibilities may include assisting with ongoing research projects, supporting scholarly publishing activities connected to the Journal of Trauma Studies in Education (JTSE), and contributing to outreach or programming related to the Certificate in Trauma-Informed Leadership.

Depending on project timelines and funding, the GA may also have the opportunity to assist with emerging research initiatives, such as studies examining how community colleges function as anchors for trauma-informed and
resilient communities.

Skills Needed

Most important skills:

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Self-starter who can work independently without close supervision
• Proactive communicator who provides updates and asks questions when needed
• Strong written communication skills

Preferred skills:

• Familiarity with APA formatting and academic writing conventions
• Interest in social science research regarding trauma or mental health broadly
• Experience with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
• Comfort and experience quickly learning new technologies/software

Hours/Pay:
10 Hours/Week Assistantship
$16.50 per hour ($4950 per semester/$9000 per year)

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