Job Description
Business Research Assistant (Part -Time) - SBDCNet Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 14611
Full/Part Time: Part Time
Position Information The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online , on UT San Antonio Today or on X , Instagram , Facebook , YouTube or LinkedIn .
Salary Range : Minimum of $16.00 per hour, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.
Job Type : Part Time
Posting Close Date : Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 12/31/2025. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Required Application Materials :
- Resume is required.
- Cover letter is required
- Writing Sample (originally-authored business publication or research paper) required.
Job Details Job Summary The Business Research Assistant provides assistance in the compilation and preparation of materials for projects and reports in the field of business and/or economics.
Core Responsibilities - Gathers data from various sources and for preparing materials for reports
- Researches information to include business and industry financial, demographics, and competitor data.
- Compiles data and organize information for various reports when needed.
- Participates in committee and service work/activities for the department, Institute for Economic Development and the University.
- Performs research and quantitative analysis and compile contributions from several researchers into single readable document.
- Edits the content and flow of reports to make them ready for publishing and distribution to clients and stakeholders.
- Performs secondary market research for small business and their clients.
- Establishes and maintains public contacts.
- Promote safety and environmental protection by working in a safe manner; immediately reporting unsafe situations, spills, and accidents; following University safety plans/procedures/protocols; and participating in appropriate safety training.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications - High school graduate or GED.
- This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Knowledge of methods of preparation of research reports.
- Knowledge of information systems used in higher education and methods of access for research purposes.
- Knowledge of computer systems, software, and hardware used in research.
- Knowledge of editing and proofreading techniques.
- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
- Ability to utilize reasoning to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to plan and organize work to meet schedules and changing deadlines.
- Ability to collaborate in team situations.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
Working Conditions - Office and Academic Environment.
Physical Demands - Ability to push, pull, or lift up to 10 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
- Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
- Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.
- Required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.
This position will work primarily
on campus . Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.
This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
Equal Employment Opportunity As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.
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