Graduate Research Assistant - Blazakis (AY 26-27 Threat Intelligence C91374)

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Monterey, California, United States · Monterey · United States

Posted Aug 7, 2026

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Job description

Under supervision of Professor Blazakis, the Graduate Research Assistant (GRA) will carry out research on matters related to extremism, terrorism financing and illicit crime. This is a non-exempt, temporary part time position.This position is compensated at the Level A rate on the MIIS student wage scale. $16.95 per hourRequirementsEssential Responsibilities:Collect and analyze data.Compile research materials.May conduct a literature review of the materials on the research topic.Edit and/or proofread manuscripts for publication. Draft analysis of research findings with appropriate citations.Could perform clerical tasks, including photocopying articles, typing notes, picking up library books or organizing files.OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Performs other related duties as requested by Professor Blazakis. EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Current computer skills, to include word processing, knowledge of internet, and email.Excellent research skills.Excellent editing capability. Solid written and oral communication skills.Attention to detail and record keeping skills.Skilled command of grammar and spelling.Willingness and ability to comply with Institute policies, procedures, and mandates. Education/Experience A combination of education and experience, which would demonstrate possession of the skills required for the position. Minimum three years comparable experience. College-level coursework and familiarity with an academic setting desirable. Physical Requirements/Environment The Monterey Institute maintains a smoke-free/drug-free workplace. Job requires ability to sit for extended periods of time, ability to handle lightweight parcels and supplies, dexterity for repetitive action such as keyboarding, writing. Student Employment Eligibility:Unless restricted by certain visa status, all students with an active status for the semester are eligible for jobs on campus. Students on leave or withdrawn are not eligible to work in student employment positions until the semester in which they return. If you are currently withdrawn or on leave you are eligible to be employed in staff positions.Some may be restricted due to financial aid status. International students (non-resident aliens) may not work off campus unless they have applied for and received work authorization from the United States government. (An F-1 visa does not give work authorization.) Off campus work study positions are available only to U.S. citizens on financial aid with a federal work study component. Student are not eligible to work remotely from International locations.Hour Limitations: All student employees are limited to working no more than 20 hours per week in on campus jobs during the academic year (this includes exam periods). The only exception is when there is a full week when school is not in session. Specifically: February recess, Spring recess, and full weeks of December or summer recess. During these time periods only, students can work up to 40 hours per week. International Students: Visa restrictions prohibit international students from exceeding 20 hours of work per academic calendar week.

This position is compensated at the Level A rate on the MIIS student wage scale. $16.95 per hour

Requirements

Essential Responsibilities:

Collect and analyze data.
Compile research materials.
May conduct a literature review of the materials on the research topic.
Edit and/or proofread manuscripts for publication.
Draft analysis of research findings with appropriate citations.
Could perform clerical tasks, including photocopying articles, typing notes, picking up library books or organizing files.

OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs other related duties as requested by Professor Blazakis.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Current computer skills, to include word processing, knowledge of internet, and email.
Excellent research skills.
Excellent editing capability.
Solid written and oral communication skills.
Attention to detail and record keeping skills.
Skilled command of grammar and spelling.
Willingness and ability to comply with Institute policies, procedures, and mandates.

Education/Experience

A combination of education and experience, which would demonstrate possession of the skills required for the position. Minimum three years comparable experience. College-level coursework and familiarity with an academic setting desirable.

Physical Requirements/Environment

The Monterey Institute maintains a smoke-free/drug-free workplace. Job requires ability to sit for extended periods of time, ability to handle lightweight parcels and supplies, dexterity for repetitive action such as keyboarding, writing.

Student Employment Eligibility:

Unless restricted by certain visa status, all students with an active status for the semester are eligible for jobs on campus.

Students on leave or withdrawn are not eligible to work in student employment positions until the semester in which they return. If you are currently withdrawn or on leave you are eligible to be employed in staff positions.

Some may be restricted due to financial aid status. International students (non-resident aliens) may not work off campus unless they have applied for and received work authorization from the United States government. (An F-1 visa does not give work authorization.) Off campus work study positions are available only to U.S. citizens on financial aid with a federal work study component.

Student are not eligible to work remotely from International locations.

Hour Limitations:

All student employees are limited to working no more than 20 hours per week in on campus jobs during the academic year (this includes exam periods). The only exception is when there is a full week when school is not in session. Specifically: February recess, Spring recess, and full weeks of December or summer recess. During these time periods only, students can work up to 40 hours per week. International Students: Visa restrictions prohibit international students from exceeding 20 hours of work per academic calendar week.

Middlebury is a nationally recognized academic institution that encompasses a liberal arts undergraduate college, Schools Abroad, Language Schools, the Bread Loaf School of English, and the Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey—all with a shared institutional goal of doing the highest quality work for positive and global impact.With year-round operations on five continents, our employees are one of our most valuable assets, and we are committed to the success and development of our workforce. Our employees enjoy an engaging lifestyle with excellent compensation, as well as competitive benefits (health, dental, life, disability, retirement, and vision) and educational assistance programs.Middlebury College is an equal-opportunity employer where diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values. To this end, the College recruits talented and diverse faculty, staff, and students from across the United States and around the world. Middlebury College encourages applications from women, people of color, people with disabilities, and members of other protected classes and historically underrepresented communities. The College also invites applications from individuals who demonstrate an ongoing commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. We invite to become a part of Middlebury’s international community.

With year-round operations on five continents, our employees are one of our most valuable assets, and we are committed to the success and development of our workforce. Our employees enjoy an engaging lifestyle with excellent compensation, as well as competitive benefits (health, dental, life, disability, retirement, and vision) and educational assistance programs.

Middlebury College is an equal-opportunity employer where diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values. To this end, the College recruits talented and diverse faculty, staff, and students from across the United States and around the world. Middlebury College encourages applications from women, people of color, people with disabilities, and members of other protected classes and historically underrepresented communities. The College also invites applications from individuals who demonstrate an ongoing commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. We invite to become a part of Middlebury’s international community.