Duties:

This position will be responsible for working on projects that increase interest in STEM learning and local STEM jobs for rural Alaska Native students. Facilitate community engagement in the development of learning resources and experiences that draw on the collective wisdom of generations and the need to maintain traditional living in a rapidly changing environment.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Multicultural experience
Strong organizational skills
Interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Ability to use spreadsheets and databases to collect and organize information

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

One year of technical experience

Preferred:
Experience with confidential data management, data entry, and interviewing.
At least 6 months relative experience and/or academic training in research.

REQUIRED EDUCATION OR TRAINING:

Associate's degree in a relevant field and one year experience in a field relevant to the research or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

This is a temporary part-time, Grade 77, Starting Pay is $20.47/hr DOE, 5-20 hours a week with no benefits. 

To be considered for this position, applicants must upload the following documents to their online application:

• Cover letter highlighting qualifications that meet the specific requirements of this position

• Resume

• Names and contact information of three professional references

Applications are reviewed on an as-needed basis. 

Reasonable Accommodation Statement:

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

Affirmative Action Statement:

UA is an AA/EO employer and educational institution and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination

At-Will:

Pursuant to Board of Regents’ Policy 04.01.055.B, temporary, extended temporary, adjunct, student, casual labor, regular new hire probationary employees and those positions designated by the president as officers and senior administrators of the university are employed at-will.

Background Check:

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Public Disclosure Statement:

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

University of Alaska is a Drug-Free Workplace.

University of Alaska campuses are Tobacco-Free. 

Training Policy:

It is the policy of the University of Alaska (UA) that all employees are required to complete training to meet the requirements of the positions they hold, and to complete the required training within a specified period to remain employed at the UA.

Contact Information:

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact University of Alaska HR at 907-450-8200.