Graduate Assistant Teaching/Research - College of Rural and Community Development

The College of Rural and Community Development is seeking graduate students to fulfill a teaching assistantship.

This posting is for those graduate students interested in a teaching/research assistantship with any department within the College of Rural and Community Development. Can be on a per semester or full academic-year basis.

The assistantship does include a tuition waiver, health care coverage, and a stipend.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Have experience, or interest, and capacity to learn curriculum and support. Have an
understanding of how learning//creative processes work. Have knowledge and experience with rural Alaska Native communities and cultures. Be able to collaborate and work in a diverse environment. Good writing and editing skills. Good organizational skills. Good communication skills. Familiarity with Blackboard, Google Docs, and the Microsoft Office Suite programs. Preferred Experience & Education: Required Experience & Education:

Awarded Bachelor's degree and pursuing a graduate degree at UAF.

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

It is the policy of the University of Alaska Fairbanks that all employees are required to attend training to meet the requirements of the positions they hold, and to complete the required training within a specified period of time to remain employed at UAF. The policy can be located at: http://www.uaf.edu/chancellor/policy/04.07.010/

Salary Information:

This is a part-time, 9-month, graduate research or teaching assistantship. Salary is commensurate based on current degree standing as outline by the UAF Graduate School and can be negotiated. 

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three (3) professional references with your application.

This is a pooled position, which means that the position remains open over the entire academic year and applications are reviewed on an as needed basis. 

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.  Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

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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.

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Annastasia Craddick, CRCD HR Coordinator, at uaf-crcd-hr-dept@alaska.edu or (907)474-6569.

 

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