Position Title: Student Worker

Department: Mathematics and Physics

Supervisor : Department Chair

Job Description: The Department of Mathematics and Physics at Manhattan is seeking a student assistant who wants to contribute to the life of the department. In this role, you’ll help maintain our shared spaces in Hayden Hall, keep information flowing through social media and bulletin boards, and lend a hand with events that bring our students and faculty together. This is a hands-on position for a dependable student who likes to stay organized and take initiative.

Key Responsibilities

• Messaging & Communication: Maintain department social media, bulletin boards, and other signage.

• Shared Spaces: Help keep the Math/Phys library and other common areas in Hayden Hall organized and welcoming.

• Events & Engagement: Assist with open house events and other student-focused activities.

• General Support: Provide occasional help with departmental projects and initiatives as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Must be eligible to work in the United States

• Reliable and able to work independently as well as part of a team

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Attention to detail and willingness to take initiative

• Interest in contributing to the life of the Mathematics & Physics Department is a plus

Desired Start Date: Immediately

End date: xx

Hours: 4 hours per week, exact times are flexible

Hourly Rate: $16.50/hr

Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Catholic Lasallian institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. We expect our faculty, administration, and staff to be knowledgeable about our mission and to make a positive contribution to the mission.

Manhattan University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, marital status, partnership status, pregnancy, caregiver status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity or expression, arrest or conviction record, criminal history, credit history, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, unemployment status and salary history. Manhattan University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive environment for all employees. All interested, qualified persons are encouraged to apply.