The
Undergraduate Research Program (URP) in the Center for Experiential Learning
and Diversity promotes and facilitates opportunities for undergraduates to
participate in research with faculty, provides a public forum for students to
present their work, and offers advising and other resources.
We
currently seek an undergraduate student assistant to work 15-19.5 hours per
week, preferably starting this summer and continuing through academic year
2014-15. Compensation is $10.00/hour. This position is Work-Study
eligible.
General Duties/Description:
- Provide web, database, and other technology support for the Undergraduate Research Program including routine URP website updates.
- Assist in daily operations including email management, the development, production, and distribution of URP publication materials; office organization; program outreach;
- Perform a variety of support functions for URP programs and events, including the Undergraduate Research Symposium; and
- Occasional front desk reception support for the Center for Experiential Learning and Diversity.
Benefits:
- Valuable experience for students who want to gain professional work experience and/or learn about student services in higher education.
- Interesting/relevant work environment for students who are already involved or interested in undergraduate research.
- Work with friendly staff in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
Requirements:
- Work well both as a member of a small team and independently.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Creative problem solving skills, ability to balance a variety of duties, and attention to detail.
- Experience with PC applications, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Knowledge of and experience with web-page updates and maintenance.
- High comfort level with computer technology and software programs, including interest in learning new web-page design and other technical skills.
Additional
Desired Skills:
- Familiarity with basic HTML and/or Drupal content management systems.
- Familiarity with using social media platforms.
- Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Access.
- Familiarity with basic Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator and/or InDesign.
How
to Apply: Priority deadline for consideration is Monday, June 23
Please
email a resume, cover letter, and contact information for two references to:
Lauren Brohawn, Program Coordinator, Undergraduate Research Program via Word or
pdf attachment to urp@uw.edu.
To learn
more about the Undergraduate Research Program, visit: expd.uw.edu/urp
