Job Description - Graduate Teaching Assistant, Criminal Justice (STU001976)Department Name: D0011 Criminal JusticePosition Overview:The Graduate Teaching Assistant position is ideal for those wishing to gain research and/or teaching experience preparing for a Ph.D. program or future adjunct faculty position.Compensation: Students in this position are paid $5000 per semester for 15 work hours per week. The position is renewable. Hourly Rate: $12/hr or higher, commensurate with experience and/or education.Duties:Assist faculty with research projects, administrative tasks, and/or undergraduate courses.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Must have strong writing and research skills.Qualifications:Must be admitted to the MSCJ degree program.Must commit to working 15 hours per week during both the fall and spring semesters.Preferred Qualifications:Undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher.Grade of B or higher in social science research methods and statistics courses (undergrad or grad-level).About University of Houston-Downtown:Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2024, the University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) is the second-largest university in Houston and has served the educational needs of the nation's fourth-largest city since 1974. As one of four distinct public universities in the University of Houston System, UHD is a comprehensive, four-year university.UHD has one of the lowest tuition rates in Texas and offers a variety of programs across four colleges. The University is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution, a Minority-Serving Institution, and a Military Friendly School.For consideration, please attach an essay explaining your interest and goals for the position (500-word maximum).Required Attachments by Candidate: ResumeContact Information:University of Houston-DowntownOne Main StreetHouston, TX 77002713-221-8000#J-18808-Ljbffr