About the role#
This position supports the research project, Defining American Girlhood Through American Girl Magazine’s Invitations to the Past. You will assist in analyzing how the publication communicated themes of American history, social class, gender, and race to its readers between 1992 and 2019.
What you'll do#
- Gather and summarize peer-reviewed sources.
- Identify content to support the development of research themes.
- Work with librarians to locate necessary materials.
What you'll need#
- Federal Work Study funding is required. You must verify your eligibility status in your student portal before applying.
- Interest in American history, art history, visual arts, or girls' media.
- Experience locating and synthesizing peer-reviewed sources like journal articles and scholarly books.
- Familiarity with academic databases.
- Strong written communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, NY.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: 5-8 hours per week, to be determined with your supervisor.
- Term: Rolling, for the 2026-2027 academic year.
- Status: This is a paid, part-time position.
About Pace University
Pace University is an educational institution founded in 1906. It operates in the higher education sector with campuses in New York, Pleasantville, and White Plains. The organization employs nearly 4,000 people. It provides academic programs and mentoring to its student body.
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