Undergraduate Faculty Assistant: Transformation Network

Student Intermediate Level Requisition IDreq28187 Working TitleUndergraduate Faculty Assistant: Transformation Network Pay$14.00-$16.00 Hourly CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM DepartmentGeography (860B) Employment TypeStudent Employment Student TypeStudent Employment StatusNon-Exempt Background Check RequiredNo For Best Consideration Date12/13/2024 Position Summary WE ARE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION FROM ALL STUDENTS REGARDLESS OF WORK STUDY AWARD We are looking for students be part of the research team to assist the Transformation Network on community-based initiatives on a variety of topics ranging from watershed heath to indigenous food sovereignty. Transformation Network is a National Science Foundation funded Sustainable Regional Systems a partnership between eight Western U.S. universities with over 50 partner organizations representing Tribal partners, governmental and non-governmental organizations. Its goal is to build capacity for adaptations and guided transformations towards sustainable regional systems through innovative and equitable solutions. Responsibilities include: Assist with research tasks, including field work, as needed based on the demands of assigned project. Willingness to learn some basic software, an ability to type well, excellent attention to detail. Work with various members of the research group, including other undergraduate researchers, graduate researchers, and the Project Investigators (PIs). Meet with the PIs and other members of the team, as needed, and check and respond to email on a consistent basis. The students will also gain an understanding of interview research methods and environmental social science research in general. Minimum Qualifications Equivalencies not found for this position Preferred Qualifications Minimum qualifications: Ability to work independently and in teams. Ability to meet in person and via Zoom for regular scheduled meetings Excellent writing and communication skills. Excellent attention to detail. Access to a computer Preferred qualifications Work study qualified Application Instructions Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please submit (1) your resume and (2) a one-page cover letter that explains your qualifications and interest in this position. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.