Undergrad Project Assistant
Undergrad Project Assistant
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Job Description
Salary/Position Classification
- $15 hourly Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
- 15 hours per week
- 100% Remote Work Availability: No
- Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No
Purpose of Position
This is a part-time non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position. This is an hourly (up to 15 hrs. weekly at $15/hr.) temporary non-benefited grant-related position. To provide project support for the PI and research team.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Project Support: Assist in various project-related activities such as scheduling data collection/coordination documentation and report writing.
- Communication: Collaborate with team members and project participants through effective communication channels providing regular updates and addressing any queries or concerns.
- Presentation and Reporting: Prepare presentations reports and summaries for project meetings conferences or other dissemination activities.
- Project Coordination: Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth coordination of project activities deadlines and milestones.
- Ad hoc Tasks: Assist with any additional tasks assigned by the PI Co-PI or other team members as required.
Required Competencies
- Demonstrate excellent customer service skills.
- Exercise considerable discretion and professional judgment on a regular basis.
- Use excellent verbal and written communication skills; have excellent command of English language grammar spelling and punctuation.
- Prioritize multi-task and function with a high degree of accuracy in a changing environment.
- Be committed to job flexibility and continuous learning.
- Use excellent problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrate self-motivation skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Desire to work in a collaborative environment.
- Successful project management with ability to deliver according to deadlines.
- Proficiency using Microsoft Office Word Power Point Excel Outlook and Internet.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelors Degree (currently obtaining is ok).
- Successful criminal history background check.
- Must be able to work with persons of various social cultural economic and educational backgrounds.
- Ability to represent the grant team and project in a professional manner.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Ability to carry out instructions furnished in verbal or written format.
- Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check
In compliance with federal law all persons hired will be required to verify identityand eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Preference given to candidates with previous experience working with a Native American organization Coalition and/or a not-for-profit organization.
- Strong Organizational Skills: Ability to prioritize tasks manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
- Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
- Adaptability: Willingness to learn take on new challenges and adapt to changing project requirements.
- Professionalism: Display a professional attitude maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards in handling project-related information.
- Strong Initiative: Ability to work independently and proactively contribute to project objectives.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Capacity to identify issues propose solutions and seek assistance when needed.
To Apply
For full consideration applications must be received by the closing date.
Please include in the application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with the University of North Dakota the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so include which agency/department as well as how many hours you work a week.
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Employment Type
Student
