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INTRODUCTION
The Department of Extension within the College of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources (CAHNR) is seeing applicants for an Assistant/Associate Extension Educator in Land Use Planning and Climate Resilience. We seek an individual whose professional skills and abilities can be applied to (1) the training and support of professional and volunteer local land use decision-makers... and (2) providing support to communities in climate
INTRODUCTION
The Department of Extension within the College of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources (CAHNR) is seeing applicants for an Assistant/Associate Extension Educator in Land Use Planning and Climate Resilience. We seek an individual whose professional skills and abilities can be applied to (1) the training and support of professional and volunteer local land use decision-makers... and (2) providing support to communities in climate resiliency planning. This position will be a core faculty member in the award-winning Center for Land Use Education and Research (CLEAR), be a part of the CLEAR Land & Climate Program Team, and contribute to the Center’s mission of supporting communities in balancing growth and natural resource protection. The ideal candidate will have expertise in translational outreach programming in the areas of local land use planning, land use commissioner roles and responsibilities, and climate resiliency at the community level. The candidate will lead CLEAR’s Land Use Academy training program for land use commissioners, contribute to the Climate Corps life transformative education (LTE) program for undergraduates, and contribute to Adapt CT, a partnership of CLEAR and CT Sea Grant. The position will be based in the Department of Extension. There are also opportunities to collaborate with municipalities, state and federal government agencies, the CT Bar Association, the CT Chapter of the American Planning Association, the CT Association of Inland Wetland Commissioners, and across UConn through the Connecticut Sea Grant and the Connecticut Institute of Water Resources.
The Department of Extension in the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources works collaboratively with partners in all 169 municipalities across Connecticut, throughout the northeast region, and beyond. It is a non-tenuring unit with 35 faculty and 30 program and administrative staff. Additional grant-specific program personnel assist to solve problems and enhance the well-being of our state citizens where they live, work, and learn. Work carried out by the Department constitutes the majority of the UConn Extension System. Faculty and staff conduct activities through eight county/community-based offices and may be co-located with additional community/agency-based working partners when applicable.
The College of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources (CAHNR) has developed and implemented a Strategic Vision to guide the development and focus of our teaching, research, and Extension programs in the years 2020-2025. All faculty and technical staff are expected to contribute in some way to the implementation of CAHNR’s five strategic priorities (https://cahnr.uconn.edu/visionandvalues):
Ensuring a vibrant agricultural industry and sustainable food supply
• Enhancing health and well-being locally, nationally, and globally.
• Dismantling structural racism and fostering environments that advance racial equity, inclusion, and belonging by advocating for antiracist policies, practices, and norms.
• Fostering sustainable landscapes across urban-rural interfaces.
• Advancing resilience and adaptation in a changing climate.
The University and CAHNR prioritize scholarship in areas that impact quality of life, including human, animal, plant, and environmental health and sustainability. We encourage and provide support for cross-disciplinary, collaborative scholarship across the College, University, nation, and globe. UConn is committed to Life Transforming Education for students and Extension audiences. UConn is recognized as one of the most sustainable and environmentally friendly campuses by the Sierra Club.
Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state’s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top 25 public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Land Use Academy - The successful applicant will provide leadership to CLEAR’s long-standing Land Use Academy program, which has been the primary provider of basic and advanced land use commissioner training in CT for over 2 decades. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing innovative, effective, and engaging approaches to expand both the topics and accessibility of this training to address new state-mandated training requirements. The incumbent will also build, maintain, and expand collaborations with land use stakeholders, including, but not limited to, the CT Office of Policy and Management, Connecticut Conference of Municipalities (CCM), Connecticut Council of Small Towns (COST), councils of government (COGs), CT Bar Association, CT Chapter of the American Planning Association, CT Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), and others.
• Adapt CT - The successful applicant will develop and deliver impactful extension programs and provide co-leadership to Adapt CT, a collaboration between CLEAR and CT Sea Grant that facilitates the exchange of information on local climate adaptation and resiliency between municipalities, researchers, and other professionals; provides tools and technical assistance to communities; and has the option to help teach and engage undergraduate students in community climate resiliency efforts through the award-winning Climate Corps program.
• The successful applicant will be expected to seek external funding to enhance extension programs. Activities will also include building collaborative, interdisciplinary networks between UConn CLEAR, other extension educators, and academic faculty.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• An earned Master’s degree in land use planning, environmental management, environmental sciences, or related discipline and three years of on the ground experience in local land use planning for hire at the Assistant Extension Educator level.
• An earned Master's degree in land use planning, environmental management, environmental sciences, or related discipline and five or more years of experience on the ground experience in local land use planning for consideration at the Associate Extension Educator level.
• Understanding and awareness of the local impacts of climate change and potential adaptation solutions.
• Experience obtaining and managing competitive grants.
• Demonstrated superior oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Active AICP Certification.
• Knowledge and understanding of Geographic Information Systems(GIS)/geospatial technologies.
• Local land use planning experience in Connecticut.
• Demonstrated expertise in outreach activities and program planning.
• Expertise and experience in dealing with the local impacts of climate change, preferably in New England and including impacts on vulnerable populations.
• A history of funding from state and/or federal agencies.
• A record of publishing extension and peer-reviewed research.
• A record of commitment to promoting and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion through academic, extension, and/or research activities.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This is a full-time, 11-month renewable, non-tenure track faculty position. This position is located at the Middlesex County Extension Center in Haddam, CT. Partial funding (80%) is provided, while the remaining 20% will be grant supported. In the first two years, 20% support will be provided by a USDA-Smith Lever grant awarded to UConn. After the first two years, this position will continue as an 80% hard-funded position and the incumbent will be expected to obtain self-secured grant funding to support the remaining 20%, which could include any sources identified by the Educator. This position is subject to annual renewal based on performance and on the successful candidate’s ability to secure grant funding. Information on benefits can be found at: https://hr.uconn.edu/benefits-beyond-pay/.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online to Academic Jobs Online (Insert Link) and submit the following application materials:
• Cover letter summarizing how your qualifications and experience meet the position requirements (maximum two pages).
• Curriculum vitae.
• Statement on justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (maximum one page).
• Names and contact information for at least three references including emails.
Review of applications will begin on March 27, 2023, and continue until a successful candidate is selected. Inquiries should be sent by email to the search committee chair, CLEAR Interim Director David Dickson, at david.dickson@uconn.edu.
At the University of Connecticut, our commitment to excellence is complemented by our commitment to building a culturally diverse community.
This position will be filled subject the budgetary approval.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations Show more details...
The Department of Extension within the College of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources (CAHNR) is seeing applicants for an Assistant/Associate Extension Educator in Land Use Planning and Climate Resilience. We seek an individual whose professional skills and abilities can be applied to (1) the training and support of professional and volunteer local land use decision-makers... and (2) providing support to communities in climate resiliency planning. This position will be a core faculty member in the award-winning Center for Land Use Education and Research (CLEAR), be a part of the CLEAR Land & Climate Program Team, and contribute to the Center’s mission of supporting communities in balancing growth and natural resource protection. The ideal candidate will have expertise in translational outreach programming in the areas of local land use planning, land use commissioner roles and responsibilities, and climate resiliency at the community level. The candidate will lead CLEAR’s Land Use Academy training program for land use commissioners, contribute to the Climate Corps life transformative education (LTE) program for undergraduates, and contribute to Adapt CT, a partnership of CLEAR and CT Sea Grant. The position will be based in the Department of Extension. There are also opportunities to collaborate with municipalities, state and federal government agencies, the CT Bar Association, the CT Chapter of the American Planning Association, the CT Association of Inland Wetland Commissioners, and across UConn through the Connecticut Sea Grant and the Connecticut Institute of Water Resources.
The Department of Extension in the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources works collaboratively with partners in all 169 municipalities across Connecticut, throughout the northeast region, and beyond. It is a non-tenuring unit with 35 faculty and 30 program and administrative staff. Additional grant-specific program personnel assist to solve problems and enhance the well-being of our state citizens where they live, work, and learn. Work carried out by the Department constitutes the majority of the UConn Extension System. Faculty and staff conduct activities through eight county/community-based offices and may be co-located with additional community/agency-based working partners when applicable.
The College of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources (CAHNR) has developed and implemented a Strategic Vision to guide the development and focus of our teaching, research, and Extension programs in the years 2020-2025. All faculty and technical staff are expected to contribute in some way to the implementation of CAHNR’s five strategic priorities (https://cahnr.uconn.edu/visionandvalues):
Ensuring a vibrant agricultural industry and sustainable food supply
• Enhancing health and well-being locally, nationally, and globally.
• Dismantling structural racism and fostering environments that advance racial equity, inclusion, and belonging by advocating for antiracist policies, practices, and norms.
• Fostering sustainable landscapes across urban-rural interfaces.
• Advancing resilience and adaptation in a changing climate.
The University and CAHNR prioritize scholarship in areas that impact quality of life, including human, animal, plant, and environmental health and sustainability. We encourage and provide support for cross-disciplinary, collaborative scholarship across the College, University, nation, and globe. UConn is committed to Life Transforming Education for students and Extension audiences. UConn is recognized as one of the most sustainable and environmentally friendly campuses by the Sierra Club.
Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state’s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top 25 public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Land Use Academy - The successful applicant will provide leadership to CLEAR’s long-standing Land Use Academy program, which has been the primary provider of basic and advanced land use commissioner training in CT for over 2 decades. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing innovative, effective, and engaging approaches to expand both the topics and accessibility of this training to address new state-mandated training requirements. The incumbent will also build, maintain, and expand collaborations with land use stakeholders, including, but not limited to, the CT Office of Policy and Management, Connecticut Conference of Municipalities (CCM), Connecticut Council of Small Towns (COST), councils of government (COGs), CT Bar Association, CT Chapter of the American Planning Association, CT Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), and others.
• Adapt CT - The successful applicant will develop and deliver impactful extension programs and provide co-leadership to Adapt CT, a collaboration between CLEAR and CT Sea Grant that facilitates the exchange of information on local climate adaptation and resiliency between municipalities, researchers, and other professionals; provides tools and technical assistance to communities; and has the option to help teach and engage undergraduate students in community climate resiliency efforts through the award-winning Climate Corps program.
• The successful applicant will be expected to seek external funding to enhance extension programs. Activities will also include building collaborative, interdisciplinary networks between UConn CLEAR, other extension educators, and academic faculty.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• An earned Master’s degree in land use planning, environmental management, environmental sciences, or related discipline and three years of on the ground experience in local land use planning for hire at the Assistant Extension Educator level.
• An earned Master's degree in land use planning, environmental management, environmental sciences, or related discipline and five or more years of experience on the ground experience in local land use planning for consideration at the Associate Extension Educator level.
• Understanding and awareness of the local impacts of climate change and potential adaptation solutions.
• Experience obtaining and managing competitive grants.
• Demonstrated superior oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Active AICP Certification.
• Knowledge and understanding of Geographic Information Systems(GIS)/geospatial technologies.
• Local land use planning experience in Connecticut.
• Demonstrated expertise in outreach activities and program planning.
• Expertise and experience in dealing with the local impacts of climate change, preferably in New England and including impacts on vulnerable populations.
• A history of funding from state and/or federal agencies.
• A record of publishing extension and peer-reviewed research.
• A record of commitment to promoting and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion through academic, extension, and/or research activities.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This is a full-time, 11-month renewable, non-tenure track faculty position. This position is located at the Middlesex County Extension Center in Haddam, CT. Partial funding (80%) is provided, while the remaining 20% will be grant supported. In the first two years, 20% support will be provided by a USDA-Smith Lever grant awarded to UConn. After the first two years, this position will continue as an 80% hard-funded position and the incumbent will be expected to obtain self-secured grant funding to support the remaining 20%, which could include any sources identified by the Educator. This position is subject to annual renewal based on performance and on the successful candidate’s ability to secure grant funding. Information on benefits can be found at: https://hr.uconn.edu/benefits-beyond-pay/.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online to Academic Jobs Online (Insert Link) and submit the following application materials:
• Cover letter summarizing how your qualifications and experience meet the position requirements (maximum two pages).
• Curriculum vitae.
• Statement on justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (maximum one page).
• Names and contact information for at least three references including emails.
Review of applications will begin on March 27, 2023, and continue until a successful candidate is selected. Inquiries should be sent by email to the search committee chair, CLEAR Interim Director David Dickson, at david.dickson@uconn.edu.
At the University of Connecticut, our commitment to excellence is complemented by our commitment to building a culturally diverse community.
This position will be filled subject the budgetary approval.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations Show more details...
via Academic Jobs Online
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INTRODUCTION
Connecticut Sea Grant, and the Department of Extension, College of Agriculture Health and Natural Resources, University of Connecticut, invite applications for an Assistant Extension Educator – Visiting, for nature-based approaches to resilience. This grant-funded position is annually renewable. We are seeking a professional with a background in resilience, coastal ecology... coastal oceanography/engineering, planning, Geographic
INTRODUCTION
Connecticut Sea Grant, and the Department of Extension, College of Agriculture Health and Natural Resources, University of Connecticut, invite applications for an Assistant Extension Educator – Visiting, for nature-based approaches to resilience. This grant-funded position is annually renewable. We are seeking a professional with a background in resilience, coastal ecology... coastal oceanography/engineering, planning, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or natural/marine resources to engage with and provide education and outreach for local governments and communities to increase awareness of and local capacity to improve nature-based approaches to the resilience of Connecticut communities in view of a changing climate. The position will be housed at Connecticut Sea Grant, with a joint academic appointment in the Department of Extension.
The Extension Educator and member of the CT Sea Grant College Program will report to the Director/Associate Director of CT Sea Grant and to the Head of the Department of Extension, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. The position will be located at the UConn Avery Point campus.
Successful candidates will also be expected to broaden participation among members of under-represented groups; demonstrate through public engagement the commitment to, and support of, diversity in the learning experience; integrate multicultural experiences in extension programs; and provide leadership in developing techniques designed to meet the needs of diverse learning styles and intellectual interest.
Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state’s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top 25 public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will work in collaboration with federal and state agencies, municipal entities, and communities, along with partner organizations, to:
• Partner with the UConn Center for Land Use Education and Research (CLEAR) on the Climate Adaptation Academy and AdaptCT website – a partnership of CTSG and CLEAR to:
• Foster and improve exchanges of knowledge to better identify the diverse needs of communities, including their response to increasing threats to coastal resources associated with climate change, and to increase the public’s understanding of changing conditions, hazards, and related impacts.
• Support the development of information, tools, and technical support that address nature-based approaches to resilience and related socioeconomic considerations.
• Work with communities to utilize actionable science to advance collaborative and comprehensive planning and implement adaptive management strategies that adjust to changing needs.
• Work with communities and partners to explore and support diversification, sustainability, and social equity within nature-based approaches to resilience.
• Topics of particular interest include:
• Living shoreline and nature-based solutions best practices.
• Habitat restoration/resilience.
• Salt Marsh migration and restoration, including ecosystem services, policy, and conservation opportunities.
• Riparian buffers in collaboration with UConn CLEAR.
• Stormwater management in collaboration with UConn CLEAR.
The successful candidate will work with other faculty, staff, and partner organizations in a multidisciplinary team environment to create and deliver audience-appropriate programs and related materials. Set up program sites and meeting rooms for the presentation of programs that could include transporting, lifting, and moving boxes of educational and/or program materials as well as tables, chairs, etc. as needed. The position will require regular visits to program site locations throughout the state with a focus on coastal communities requiring in-state and periodic out-of-state travel.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Earned Master’s degree or an equivalent in coastal ecology, natural/marine resources, coastal management, resilience, adaptive management, coastal oceanography/engineering, environmental/marine policy, planning, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or another relevant field.
• Minimum of two years of experience working with/for local governments, non-profits/NGOs, or other professional or community organizations in the field of nature-based approaches to resilience, adaptive management, planning, environmental justice, and/or adult education.
• Demonstrated interest/experience with coastal ecology/habitat management/nature-based approaches to resilience.
• Demonstrated superior communication (both public speaking and writing) and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• A valid driver’s license/the means to travel to communities; some out-of-state travel may be necessary.
• Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings/weekends, as required to reach target audiences.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Five or more years of experience working with municipalities/local communities or nonprofits, including communities with environmental justice concerns.
• Documentation of grant writing and grant management experience.
• Demonstrated familiarity with Cooperative Extension/Sea Grant Extension non-advocacy, research-based, educational programming.
• Working knowledge of GIS.
• Relevant professional certification.
• Ability to engage/connect with multi-cultural audiences and communities with environmental justice concerns.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This is a full-time, 11-month, renewable, non-tenure track faculty position. This position is subject to annual renewal based on performance and the successful candidate’s ability to secure grant funding. Partial funding (80%) is provided, while the remaining 20% will be grant supported. In the first two years, 20% of support will be provided. After the first two years, this position will continue as an 80% hard-funded position and the incumbent will be expected to obtain self-secured grant funding to support the remaining 20%, which could include any sources identified by the Educator. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The initial appointment is anticipated to begin on March 24, 2023. The successful candidate will be located at the UConn Avery Point campus. The position will require regular visits to program site locations throughout the state with a focus on coastal communities requiring in-state and periodic out-of-state travel. Information on benefits can be found at: http://www.hr.uconn.edu/benefits/index.html.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online to Academic Jobs Online https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/24454 and submit the following application materials:
• A cover letter, highlighting your qualifications and interests and addressing your commitment to diversity including broadening participation and integrating multicultural experiences in extension to meet the needs of diverse communities
• Curriculum vitae
• Name and contact information for three references
Screening of applicants will commence immediately and continue until the position is filled. More information regarding the Connecticut Sea Grant and the Department of Extension can be found at https://seagrant.uconn.edu/ and https://cahnr.uconn.edu/extension/, respectively. Additional information about the Department of Extension can be found at http://www.extension.uconn.edu/.
At the University of Connecticut, our commitment to excellence is complemented by our commitment to building a culturally diverse community.
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
This position will be filled subject the budgetary approval.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations Show more details...
Connecticut Sea Grant, and the Department of Extension, College of Agriculture Health and Natural Resources, University of Connecticut, invite applications for an Assistant Extension Educator – Visiting, for nature-based approaches to resilience. This grant-funded position is annually renewable. We are seeking a professional with a background in resilience, coastal ecology... coastal oceanography/engineering, planning, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or natural/marine resources to engage with and provide education and outreach for local governments and communities to increase awareness of and local capacity to improve nature-based approaches to the resilience of Connecticut communities in view of a changing climate. The position will be housed at Connecticut Sea Grant, with a joint academic appointment in the Department of Extension.
The Extension Educator and member of the CT Sea Grant College Program will report to the Director/Associate Director of CT Sea Grant and to the Head of the Department of Extension, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. The position will be located at the UConn Avery Point campus.
Successful candidates will also be expected to broaden participation among members of under-represented groups; demonstrate through public engagement the commitment to, and support of, diversity in the learning experience; integrate multicultural experiences in extension programs; and provide leadership in developing techniques designed to meet the needs of diverse learning styles and intellectual interest.
Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state’s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top 25 public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will work in collaboration with federal and state agencies, municipal entities, and communities, along with partner organizations, to:
• Partner with the UConn Center for Land Use Education and Research (CLEAR) on the Climate Adaptation Academy and AdaptCT website – a partnership of CTSG and CLEAR to:
• Foster and improve exchanges of knowledge to better identify the diverse needs of communities, including their response to increasing threats to coastal resources associated with climate change, and to increase the public’s understanding of changing conditions, hazards, and related impacts.
• Support the development of information, tools, and technical support that address nature-based approaches to resilience and related socioeconomic considerations.
• Work with communities to utilize actionable science to advance collaborative and comprehensive planning and implement adaptive management strategies that adjust to changing needs.
• Work with communities and partners to explore and support diversification, sustainability, and social equity within nature-based approaches to resilience.
• Topics of particular interest include:
• Living shoreline and nature-based solutions best practices.
• Habitat restoration/resilience.
• Salt Marsh migration and restoration, including ecosystem services, policy, and conservation opportunities.
• Riparian buffers in collaboration with UConn CLEAR.
• Stormwater management in collaboration with UConn CLEAR.
The successful candidate will work with other faculty, staff, and partner organizations in a multidisciplinary team environment to create and deliver audience-appropriate programs and related materials. Set up program sites and meeting rooms for the presentation of programs that could include transporting, lifting, and moving boxes of educational and/or program materials as well as tables, chairs, etc. as needed. The position will require regular visits to program site locations throughout the state with a focus on coastal communities requiring in-state and periodic out-of-state travel.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Earned Master’s degree or an equivalent in coastal ecology, natural/marine resources, coastal management, resilience, adaptive management, coastal oceanography/engineering, environmental/marine policy, planning, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or another relevant field.
• Minimum of two years of experience working with/for local governments, non-profits/NGOs, or other professional or community organizations in the field of nature-based approaches to resilience, adaptive management, planning, environmental justice, and/or adult education.
• Demonstrated interest/experience with coastal ecology/habitat management/nature-based approaches to resilience.
• Demonstrated superior communication (both public speaking and writing) and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• A valid driver’s license/the means to travel to communities; some out-of-state travel may be necessary.
• Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings/weekends, as required to reach target audiences.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Five or more years of experience working with municipalities/local communities or nonprofits, including communities with environmental justice concerns.
• Documentation of grant writing and grant management experience.
• Demonstrated familiarity with Cooperative Extension/Sea Grant Extension non-advocacy, research-based, educational programming.
• Working knowledge of GIS.
• Relevant professional certification.
• Ability to engage/connect with multi-cultural audiences and communities with environmental justice concerns.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This is a full-time, 11-month, renewable, non-tenure track faculty position. This position is subject to annual renewal based on performance and the successful candidate’s ability to secure grant funding. Partial funding (80%) is provided, while the remaining 20% will be grant supported. In the first two years, 20% of support will be provided. After the first two years, this position will continue as an 80% hard-funded position and the incumbent will be expected to obtain self-secured grant funding to support the remaining 20%, which could include any sources identified by the Educator. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The initial appointment is anticipated to begin on March 24, 2023. The successful candidate will be located at the UConn Avery Point campus. The position will require regular visits to program site locations throughout the state with a focus on coastal communities requiring in-state and periodic out-of-state travel. Information on benefits can be found at: http://www.hr.uconn.edu/benefits/index.html.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online to Academic Jobs Online https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/24454 and submit the following application materials:
• A cover letter, highlighting your qualifications and interests and addressing your commitment to diversity including broadening participation and integrating multicultural experiences in extension to meet the needs of diverse communities
• Curriculum vitae
• Name and contact information for three references
Screening of applicants will commence immediately and continue until the position is filled. More information regarding the Connecticut Sea Grant and the Department of Extension can be found at https://seagrant.uconn.edu/ and https://cahnr.uconn.edu/extension/, respectively. Additional information about the Department of Extension can be found at http://www.extension.uconn.edu/.
At the University of Connecticut, our commitment to excellence is complemented by our commitment to building a culturally diverse community.
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
This position will be filled subject the budgetary approval.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations Show more details...
via Academic Jobs Online
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INTRODUCTION
Connecticut Sea Grant, and the Department of Extension, College of Agriculture Health and Natural Resources, University of Connecticut, invite applications for an Assistant Extension Educator – Visiting. The position is a one-year annually renewable grant-funded position, and part of an initiative to implement a five-year work plan on Sustainable and Resilient Communities, under... the umbrella of the Sustainable and Resilient
INTRODUCTION
Connecticut Sea Grant, and the Department of Extension, College of Agriculture Health and Natural Resources, University of Connecticut, invite applications for an Assistant Extension Educator – Visiting. The position is a one-year annually renewable grant-funded position, and part of an initiative to implement a five-year work plan on Sustainable and Resilient Communities, under... the umbrella of the Sustainable and Resilient Communities work group of the EPA-funded Long Island Sound Study (LISS). We are seeking a professional with a background in resilience, coastal oceanography/engineering, planning, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or natural/marine resources to engage with and provide education and outreach for local governments and Long Island Sound coastal communities to increase awareness of and local capacity to implement goals of the work plan. The position will be housed at Connecticut Sea Grant and collaborate closely with another Visiting Assistant Extension Educator based in western Connecticut and three other Extension professionals based in New York counties bordering Long Island Sound.
The Visiting Assistant Extension Educator and member of the CT Sea Grant College Program will report to the Director/Associate Director of CT Sea Grant and to the Head of the Department of Extension, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. The position will be located at the UConn Avery Point campus and serve eastern Connecticut.
Successful candidates will also be expected to broaden participation among members of under-represented groups; demonstrate through public engagement the commitment to, and support of, diversity in the learning experience; integrate multicultural experiences in extension programs; and provide leadership in developing techniques designed to meet the needs of diverse learning styles and intellectual interest.
Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state’s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top 25 public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will:
• Coordinate and collaborate with the other four Extension professionals in CT and NY to efficiently and effectively achieve the goals of the LISS Sustainable and Resilient Communities five-year work plan.
• Develop an understanding of the local landscape and establish relationships with local community members and stakeholders, including grassroots leaders, state/local officials, regional planning organizations, non-profits, and LISS staff, among others.
• Develop and provide educational resources and technical support to communities and professionals tasked with providing guidance and increasing capacity for municipalities to achieve sustainability and resilience goals under the LISS Comprehensive Conservation Management Plan (CCMP), and at times, customizing them as appropriate for the region.
• Provide technical assistance related to planning tools designed to enhance sustainability and resilience.
• Promote and encourage partnerships and collaborations both within and between the states of CT and NY in the Long Island Sound watershed.
• Assist communities with implementing/understanding existing sustainability and resilience programs such as the FEMA Community Rating System and hazard mitigation grants, CT’s GC3, Sustainable CT, and other programs that could benefit from broader implementation.
• Provide guidance and training to communities related to planning and permitting processes to achieve sustainability and resilience goals and also help them access funding/grants for implementation (e.g., required Hazard Mitigation Plans, Emergency Operations/Management Plans, and related coastal management plans as appropriate).
• Produce and circulate electronic newsletters regularly and assist with content creation/management for an online resource hub/interactive web-based tool.
• Provide support for regional networks of local governments working towards sustainability and resilience.
• Create a feedback loop with state and LISS stakeholders to provide information on what communities are doing to implement programs and identify gaps in understanding, resources, and tools that need to be addressed.
• Actively incorporate Environmental Justice and Equity best practices.
• Track and report progress against program goals.
• Work with researchers to translate their research results regarding climate change impacts into a format/tool usable by communities.
• Provide researchers with stakeholder needs regarding resilience for potential research projects.
• Collaborate with other faculty, staff, and partner organizations in a multidisciplinary team environment to create and deliver audience-appropriate program materials. Set up program sites and meeting rooms for the presentation of programs; this could include transporting, lifting, and moving boxes of educational and/or program materials as well as tables, chairs, etc. as needed.
• Regularly visit program site locations throughout the state with a focus on coastal communities and out-of-state as periodically needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Earned Master’s degree or equivalent in environmental/marine policy, coastal management, resilience, coastal oceanography/engineering, planning, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), natural/marine resources, or another relevant field.
• Minimum two years of experience working with/for local governments, non-profits/NGOs, or other professional or community organizations in the field of sustainability/resilience, planning, environmental justice, and/or adult education.
• Demonstrated superior communication (both public speaking and writing) and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team, including interdisciplinary teams, as well as independently.
• A valid driver’s license/the means to travel to communities; some out-of-state travel may be necessary.
• Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings/weekends, as required to reach target audiences.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Five or more years of experience working with municipalities/local community organizations/nonprofits, including those with environmental justice concerns.
• Documentation of grant writing and grant management experience.
• Demonstrated familiarity with Cooperative Extension/Sea Grant Extension non-advocacy, research-based, educational programming.
• Working knowledge of Google Docs, OneNote, WordPress, Constant Contact, or similar platforms.
• Relevant professional certification.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively engage/connect with multicultural audiences and communities with environmental justice concerns.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This full-time, (11-month appointment) end-dated, grant-funded position subject to annual renewal, contingent on satisfactory performance and availability of funds. The initial appointment is anticipated to begin on March 24, 2023. The successful candidate will be located at the UConn Avery Point campus and may regularly visit program site locations throughout the state and out-of-state as periodically needed. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online to Academic Jobs Online https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/24455 and submit the following application materials:
• A cover letter, highlighting your qualifications and interests and addressing your commitment to diversity including broadening participation and integrating multicultural experiences in extension to meet the needs of diverse communities
• Curriculum vitae
• Name and contact information for three references
Screening of applicants will commence immediately and continue until the position is filled. More information regarding the Connecticut Sea Grant and the Department of Extension can be found at https://seagrant.uconn.edu/ and https://cahnr.uconn.edu/extension/, respectively. More information regarding the Long Island Sound Study can be found at https://longislandsoundstudy.net/.
At the University of Connecticut, our commitment to excellence is complemented by our commitment to building a culturally diverse community.
This position will be filled subject the budgetary approval.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations Show more details...
Connecticut Sea Grant, and the Department of Extension, College of Agriculture Health and Natural Resources, University of Connecticut, invite applications for an Assistant Extension Educator – Visiting. The position is a one-year annually renewable grant-funded position, and part of an initiative to implement a five-year work plan on Sustainable and Resilient Communities, under... the umbrella of the Sustainable and Resilient Communities work group of the EPA-funded Long Island Sound Study (LISS). We are seeking a professional with a background in resilience, coastal oceanography/engineering, planning, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or natural/marine resources to engage with and provide education and outreach for local governments and Long Island Sound coastal communities to increase awareness of and local capacity to implement goals of the work plan. The position will be housed at Connecticut Sea Grant and collaborate closely with another Visiting Assistant Extension Educator based in western Connecticut and three other Extension professionals based in New York counties bordering Long Island Sound.
The Visiting Assistant Extension Educator and member of the CT Sea Grant College Program will report to the Director/Associate Director of CT Sea Grant and to the Head of the Department of Extension, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. The position will be located at the UConn Avery Point campus and serve eastern Connecticut.
Successful candidates will also be expected to broaden participation among members of under-represented groups; demonstrate through public engagement the commitment to, and support of, diversity in the learning experience; integrate multicultural experiences in extension programs; and provide leadership in developing techniques designed to meet the needs of diverse learning styles and intellectual interest.
Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state’s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top 25 public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will:
• Coordinate and collaborate with the other four Extension professionals in CT and NY to efficiently and effectively achieve the goals of the LISS Sustainable and Resilient Communities five-year work plan.
• Develop an understanding of the local landscape and establish relationships with local community members and stakeholders, including grassroots leaders, state/local officials, regional planning organizations, non-profits, and LISS staff, among others.
• Develop and provide educational resources and technical support to communities and professionals tasked with providing guidance and increasing capacity for municipalities to achieve sustainability and resilience goals under the LISS Comprehensive Conservation Management Plan (CCMP), and at times, customizing them as appropriate for the region.
• Provide technical assistance related to planning tools designed to enhance sustainability and resilience.
• Promote and encourage partnerships and collaborations both within and between the states of CT and NY in the Long Island Sound watershed.
• Assist communities with implementing/understanding existing sustainability and resilience programs such as the FEMA Community Rating System and hazard mitigation grants, CT’s GC3, Sustainable CT, and other programs that could benefit from broader implementation.
• Provide guidance and training to communities related to planning and permitting processes to achieve sustainability and resilience goals and also help them access funding/grants for implementation (e.g., required Hazard Mitigation Plans, Emergency Operations/Management Plans, and related coastal management plans as appropriate).
• Produce and circulate electronic newsletters regularly and assist with content creation/management for an online resource hub/interactive web-based tool.
• Provide support for regional networks of local governments working towards sustainability and resilience.
• Create a feedback loop with state and LISS stakeholders to provide information on what communities are doing to implement programs and identify gaps in understanding, resources, and tools that need to be addressed.
• Actively incorporate Environmental Justice and Equity best practices.
• Track and report progress against program goals.
• Work with researchers to translate their research results regarding climate change impacts into a format/tool usable by communities.
• Provide researchers with stakeholder needs regarding resilience for potential research projects.
• Collaborate with other faculty, staff, and partner organizations in a multidisciplinary team environment to create and deliver audience-appropriate program materials. Set up program sites and meeting rooms for the presentation of programs; this could include transporting, lifting, and moving boxes of educational and/or program materials as well as tables, chairs, etc. as needed.
• Regularly visit program site locations throughout the state with a focus on coastal communities and out-of-state as periodically needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Earned Master’s degree or equivalent in environmental/marine policy, coastal management, resilience, coastal oceanography/engineering, planning, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), natural/marine resources, or another relevant field.
• Minimum two years of experience working with/for local governments, non-profits/NGOs, or other professional or community organizations in the field of sustainability/resilience, planning, environmental justice, and/or adult education.
• Demonstrated superior communication (both public speaking and writing) and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team, including interdisciplinary teams, as well as independently.
• A valid driver’s license/the means to travel to communities; some out-of-state travel may be necessary.
• Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings/weekends, as required to reach target audiences.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Five or more years of experience working with municipalities/local community organizations/nonprofits, including those with environmental justice concerns.
• Documentation of grant writing and grant management experience.
• Demonstrated familiarity with Cooperative Extension/Sea Grant Extension non-advocacy, research-based, educational programming.
• Working knowledge of Google Docs, OneNote, WordPress, Constant Contact, or similar platforms.
• Relevant professional certification.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively engage/connect with multicultural audiences and communities with environmental justice concerns.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This full-time, (11-month appointment) end-dated, grant-funded position subject to annual renewal, contingent on satisfactory performance and availability of funds. The initial appointment is anticipated to begin on March 24, 2023. The successful candidate will be located at the UConn Avery Point campus and may regularly visit program site locations throughout the state and out-of-state as periodically needed. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online to Academic Jobs Online https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/24455 and submit the following application materials:
• A cover letter, highlighting your qualifications and interests and addressing your commitment to diversity including broadening participation and integrating multicultural experiences in extension to meet the needs of diverse communities
• Curriculum vitae
• Name and contact information for three references
Screening of applicants will commence immediately and continue until the position is filled. More information regarding the Connecticut Sea Grant and the Department of Extension can be found at https://seagrant.uconn.edu/ and https://cahnr.uconn.edu/extension/, respectively. More information regarding the Long Island Sound Study can be found at https://longislandsoundstudy.net/.
At the University of Connecticut, our commitment to excellence is complemented by our commitment to building a culturally diverse community.
This position will be filled subject the budgetary approval.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations Show more details...
via Academic Jobs Online
posted_at: 2 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
INTRODUCTION
Connecticut Sea Grant, and the Department of Extension, College of Agriculture Health and Natural Resources, University of Connecticut, invite applications for an Assistant Extension Educator – Visiting, to serve as the Long Island Sound Study (LISS) Outreach Coordinator in Connecticut. This grant-funded position is annually renewable that will be housed at Connecticut Sea Grant... with a joint academic appointment in the Department
INTRODUCTION
Connecticut Sea Grant, and the Department of Extension, College of Agriculture Health and Natural Resources, University of Connecticut, invite applications for an Assistant Extension Educator – Visiting, to serve as the Long Island Sound Study (LISS) Outreach Coordinator in Connecticut. This grant-funded position is annually renewable that will be housed at Connecticut Sea Grant... with a joint academic appointment in the Department of Extension.
The Visiting Assistant Extension Educator and member of the CT Sea Grant College Program will report to the Director/Associate Director of CT Sea Grant and to the Head of the Department of Extension, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. The position will be located at the UConn Avery Point campus.
Successful candidates will also be expected to broaden participation among members of under-represented groups; demonstrate through public engagement the commitment to, and support of, diversity in the learning experience; integrate multicultural experiences in extension programs; and provide leadership in developing techniques designed to meet the needs of diverse learning styles and intellectual interest.
Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state’s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top 25 public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will lead the outreach program of the Long Island Sound Study (LISS) in Connecticut. Specifically, the successful candidate will:
• Work to increase appreciation, stewardship, awareness, and understanding of Long Island Sound and efforts to restore and protect it. Special emphasis is on educational programs for diverse communities and stakeholders that lead to the protection and restoration of Long Island Sound’s natural resources.
• Work with teams of people to enhance public relations and develop innovative programs and materials to enhance environmental/ocean literacy.
• Enhance the stewardship of Long Island Sound, using the Long Island Sound Study Stewardship Sites to share an appreciation for the impacts of investments on the restoration of Long Island Sound.
• Co-lead the Public Perception Survey project, including coordinating meetings with the steering committee and contractors to develop the survey questions.
• Assist the Long Island Sound Study in meeting National Estuary Program requirements, particularly related to public involvement, education, and outreach and regularly reporting relevant outputs, outcomes, and impacts.
• Work under general supervision from Connecticut Sea Grant leadership and receive program guidance from other agencies involved with the Long Island Sound Study including the US Environmental Protection Agency and the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection.
• Serve as a co-chair of the LISS Communications, Outreach and Engagement Work Group; contribute to the implementation of outreach components of the Five-Year Strategic Communications, Outreach, and Engagement Plan for the Long Island Sound Study.
• Provide support to the Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) of the Long Island Sound Study.
• Coordinate and collaborate with Long Island Sound Study Outreach Coordinators in New York State and New York City, the other Long Island Sound Study Work Groups, the CT NERR, and other CT Sea Grant staff to advance the goals of the CCMP and incorporate relevant research and educational resources into the Long Island Sound Study.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Master’s degree from an accredited university in any of the following fields: marine science, environmental science, environmental education, or natural resources management.
• Two or more years of experience working as an outreach or public education professional, connecting people to actions and assessing outcomes.
• Demonstrated superior communication (both public speaking and writing) and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate scientific research to lay audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• A valid driver’s license/the means to travel to communities; some out-of-state travel may be necessary.
• Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings/weekends, as required to reach target audiences.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Demonstrated experience working in a team setting with multiple partner organizations on mutually agreed upon goals and tasks.
• Documented experience in implementing and evaluating programs that change human behavior, specifically using social marketing techniques.
• Ability to engage/connect with multi-cultural audiences and communities with environmental justice concerns.
• Demonstrated familiarity with Cooperative Extension/Sea Grant Extension non-advocacy, research-based, educational programming.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This full-time, (11-month appointment) end-dated, grant-funded position subject to annual renewal, contingent on satisfactory performance and availability of funds. The initial appointment is anticipated to begin on March 24, 2023. The successful candidate will be located at the UConn Avery Point campus and requires some out-of-state travel as needed. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online to Academic Jobs Online https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/24452 and submit the following application materials:
• A cover letter, highlighting your qualifications and interests and addressing your commitment to diversity including broadening participation and integrating multicultural experiences in extension to meet the needs of diverse communities
• Curriculum vitae
• Name and contact information for three references
Screening of applicants will commence immediately and continue until the position is filled. More information regarding the Connecticut Sea Grant and the Department of Extension can be found at https://seagrant.uconn.edu/ and https://cahnr.uconn.edu/extension/, respectively. More information regarding the Long Island Sound Study can be found at https://longislandsoundstudy.net/.
At the University of Connecticut, our commitment to excellence is complemented by our commitment to building a culturally diverse community.
This position will be filled subject the budgetary approval.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations Show more details...
Connecticut Sea Grant, and the Department of Extension, College of Agriculture Health and Natural Resources, University of Connecticut, invite applications for an Assistant Extension Educator – Visiting, to serve as the Long Island Sound Study (LISS) Outreach Coordinator in Connecticut. This grant-funded position is annually renewable that will be housed at Connecticut Sea Grant... with a joint academic appointment in the Department of Extension.
The Visiting Assistant Extension Educator and member of the CT Sea Grant College Program will report to the Director/Associate Director of CT Sea Grant and to the Head of the Department of Extension, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. The position will be located at the UConn Avery Point campus.
Successful candidates will also be expected to broaden participation among members of under-represented groups; demonstrate through public engagement the commitment to, and support of, diversity in the learning experience; integrate multicultural experiences in extension programs; and provide leadership in developing techniques designed to meet the needs of diverse learning styles and intellectual interest.
Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state’s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top 25 public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will lead the outreach program of the Long Island Sound Study (LISS) in Connecticut. Specifically, the successful candidate will:
• Work to increase appreciation, stewardship, awareness, and understanding of Long Island Sound and efforts to restore and protect it. Special emphasis is on educational programs for diverse communities and stakeholders that lead to the protection and restoration of Long Island Sound’s natural resources.
• Work with teams of people to enhance public relations and develop innovative programs and materials to enhance environmental/ocean literacy.
• Enhance the stewardship of Long Island Sound, using the Long Island Sound Study Stewardship Sites to share an appreciation for the impacts of investments on the restoration of Long Island Sound.
• Co-lead the Public Perception Survey project, including coordinating meetings with the steering committee and contractors to develop the survey questions.
• Assist the Long Island Sound Study in meeting National Estuary Program requirements, particularly related to public involvement, education, and outreach and regularly reporting relevant outputs, outcomes, and impacts.
• Work under general supervision from Connecticut Sea Grant leadership and receive program guidance from other agencies involved with the Long Island Sound Study including the US Environmental Protection Agency and the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection.
• Serve as a co-chair of the LISS Communications, Outreach and Engagement Work Group; contribute to the implementation of outreach components of the Five-Year Strategic Communications, Outreach, and Engagement Plan for the Long Island Sound Study.
• Provide support to the Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) of the Long Island Sound Study.
• Coordinate and collaborate with Long Island Sound Study Outreach Coordinators in New York State and New York City, the other Long Island Sound Study Work Groups, the CT NERR, and other CT Sea Grant staff to advance the goals of the CCMP and incorporate relevant research and educational resources into the Long Island Sound Study.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Master’s degree from an accredited university in any of the following fields: marine science, environmental science, environmental education, or natural resources management.
• Two or more years of experience working as an outreach or public education professional, connecting people to actions and assessing outcomes.
• Demonstrated superior communication (both public speaking and writing) and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate scientific research to lay audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• A valid driver’s license/the means to travel to communities; some out-of-state travel may be necessary.
• Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings/weekends, as required to reach target audiences.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Demonstrated experience working in a team setting with multiple partner organizations on mutually agreed upon goals and tasks.
• Documented experience in implementing and evaluating programs that change human behavior, specifically using social marketing techniques.
• Ability to engage/connect with multi-cultural audiences and communities with environmental justice concerns.
• Demonstrated familiarity with Cooperative Extension/Sea Grant Extension non-advocacy, research-based, educational programming.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This full-time, (11-month appointment) end-dated, grant-funded position subject to annual renewal, contingent on satisfactory performance and availability of funds. The initial appointment is anticipated to begin on March 24, 2023. The successful candidate will be located at the UConn Avery Point campus and requires some out-of-state travel as needed. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online to Academic Jobs Online https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/24452 and submit the following application materials:
• A cover letter, highlighting your qualifications and interests and addressing your commitment to diversity including broadening participation and integrating multicultural experiences in extension to meet the needs of diverse communities
• Curriculum vitae
• Name and contact information for three references
Screening of applicants will commence immediately and continue until the position is filled. More information regarding the Connecticut Sea Grant and the Department of Extension can be found at https://seagrant.uconn.edu/ and https://cahnr.uconn.edu/extension/, respectively. More information regarding the Long Island Sound Study can be found at https://longislandsoundstudy.net/.
At the University of Connecticut, our commitment to excellence is complemented by our commitment to building a culturally diverse community.
This position will be filled subject the budgetary approval.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations Show more details...
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posted_at: 3 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Search #: 497295
Work type: Full-time
Location: Storrs Campus...
Categories: Research
JOB SUMMARY
The Brandt Lab at the University of Connecticut seeks a full-time Research Assistant to join our research program focused on contaminants in aquatic food webs and their adverse health consequences for aquatic animals. The successful candidate will primarily participate in projects investigating per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), selenium, and
Search #: 497295
Work type: Full-time
Location: Storrs Campus...
Categories: Research
JOB SUMMARY
The Brandt Lab at the University of Connecticut seeks a full-time Research Assistant to join our research program focused on contaminants in aquatic food webs and their adverse health consequences for aquatic animals. The successful candidate will primarily participate in projects investigating per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), selenium, and mercury with small-bodied fish and invertebrates in both field and lab-based settings.
Learn more about the Department of Natural Resources and the Environment at https://www.nre.uconn.edu/.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assistance with field sampling and lab work, including field and experimental prep, sample sorting, sample processing and analysis, and data entry; fish colony management; working independently and a high-level of collaboration with members of the Brandt Lab and collaborating research groups. The position will involve travel to sampling sites in Connecticut and the broader New England area.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• B.S. in natural resources, environmental science, biology, or a related field.
• Experience working in a research laboratory.
• Strong communication skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience with animal care and experiments involving aquatic animals (preferably fish and/or invertebrates such as emergent aquatic insects and riparian spiders).
• Familiarity with PFAS.
• Willingness to work outside under variable environmental conditions.
• Experience working in interdisciplinary research teams.
• Ability to independently manage projects.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
The initial appointment will be for 40 hours per week for 12-months, with a starting salary of $40,000. The possibility of renewal will depend on program needs, available funding, and performance. For more information on benefits, visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/employee-benefits-overview/. Learn more about the University of Connecticut at http://www.uconn.edu/.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #497295 to upload a CV, cover letter, and contact information (name, affiliation, and email address) for at least two (2) professional references.
This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on March 29, 2023.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.
Advertised: Feb 27 2023 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Mar 29 2023 Eastern Daylight Time Show more details...
Work type: Full-time
Location: Storrs Campus...
Categories: Research
JOB SUMMARY
The Brandt Lab at the University of Connecticut seeks a full-time Research Assistant to join our research program focused on contaminants in aquatic food webs and their adverse health consequences for aquatic animals. The successful candidate will primarily participate in projects investigating per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), selenium, and mercury with small-bodied fish and invertebrates in both field and lab-based settings.
Learn more about the Department of Natural Resources and the Environment at https://www.nre.uconn.edu/.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assistance with field sampling and lab work, including field and experimental prep, sample sorting, sample processing and analysis, and data entry; fish colony management; working independently and a high-level of collaboration with members of the Brandt Lab and collaborating research groups. The position will involve travel to sampling sites in Connecticut and the broader New England area.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• B.S. in natural resources, environmental science, biology, or a related field.
• Experience working in a research laboratory.
• Strong communication skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience with animal care and experiments involving aquatic animals (preferably fish and/or invertebrates such as emergent aquatic insects and riparian spiders).
• Familiarity with PFAS.
• Willingness to work outside under variable environmental conditions.
• Experience working in interdisciplinary research teams.
• Ability to independently manage projects.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
The initial appointment will be for 40 hours per week for 12-months, with a starting salary of $40,000. The possibility of renewal will depend on program needs, available funding, and performance. For more information on benefits, visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/employee-benefits-overview/. Learn more about the University of Connecticut at http://www.uconn.edu/.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #497295 to upload a CV, cover letter, and contact information (name, affiliation, and email address) for at least two (2) professional references.
This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on March 29, 2023.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.
Advertised: Feb 27 2023 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Mar 29 2023 Eastern Daylight Time Show more details...
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posted_at: 1 day agoschedule_type: Full-time
JOB SUMMARY
The University of Connecticut School of Social Work's Innovation Institute seeks qualified applicants for one or more open positions within a public policy analyst role, to be hired as Public Policy Analyst (Research Assistant 2), Senior Public Policy Analyst (Research Assistant 3), or Lead Public Policy Analyst (Research Associate 1), depending on the qualifications of the... successful applicant.
The positions will be part of the School
JOB SUMMARY
The University of Connecticut School of Social Work's Innovation Institute seeks qualified applicants for one or more open positions within a public policy analyst role, to be hired as Public Policy Analyst (Research Assistant 2), Senior Public Policy Analyst (Research Assistant 3), or Lead Public Policy Analyst (Research Associate 1), depending on the qualifications of the... successful applicant.
The positions will be part of the School of Social Work’s growing portfolio of public policy, technical assistance, financing, and evaluation activities in partnership with local, state, and federal government agencies and organizations on behalf of children, youth, and families. Positions with Innovations Institute are fully remote with expected travel to UConn’s Hartford Campus twice annually.
The selected candidates will apply knowledge, concepts, principles, and skills to multiple projects across the Innovations Institute. These projects will include working with federal, state, and/or local governments to support sustainable financing and integrated and customized policy approaches in public child- and family-serving systems. The public policy analysts will engage in document and literature reviews; participate in and, depending on expertise, facilitate meetings, stakeholder interviews, and/or focus groups; prepare briefs, white papers, technical reports, presentations, and overview documents and analyses; and apply expert knowledge and skills related to public policy, financing, and implementation, including related to Medicaid and child welfare funding.
Positions are open for public policy analysts who will work under the direction of Deborah Harburger, Assistant Extension Professor and Director of Policy and Financing at Innovations Institute. The selected candidate may mentor or supervise other policy or program staff depending on qualifications. The selected candidates are expected to collaborate across the Innovations Institute and the School of Social Work, as well as with consultants and organizations partnering with the Innovations Institute.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Apply intermediate, in-depth knowledge, concepts, principles, and skills related to public policy, financing, and implementation, including related to Medicaid State Plans, amendments, and waivers and federal policy document development (e.g. Family First Prevention Plans).
• Contribute to developing agendas for meetings. Participate in substantial portions of meetings, including with state and local leadership (e.g. state planning meetings, federal settlement agreement meetings, etc). Draft meeting notes and assist staff with implementing action steps.
• Monitor key changes in children’s behavioral health, Medicaid, child welfare, and juvenile justice policy at the local, state, and national levels.
• Review literature and research on current health topics. Summarize key policy topics for consumption by peers, senior leadership, or external entities.
• Contribute to cost benefit analysis of proposed recommendations.
• Prepare and review proposals and contracts for actions.
• Draft outlines for and sections of reports, white papers, position papers, briefs, presentations, strategies, toolkits, testimonies, legislation, regulations, policy directives, implementation guidance, and impact statements for internal and external audiences.
• Draft and maintain work plans.
Advanced Duties
• Apply senior-level and advanced knowledge, concepts, principles, and skills related to public policy, financing, and implementation, including related to Medicaid state plans, amendments, waivers, and federal policy document development (e.g. Family First Prevention Plans).
• Participate in and leads substantial portions of meetings, including with state and local leadership (e.g. state planning meetings, federal settlement agreement meetings, etc.). Draft and review meeting notes. Be responsible for key action steps and assist staff with implementing action steps.
• Conduct or review cost benefit analysis of proposed recommendations.
• Write reports, white papers, position papers, briefs, presentations, strategies, toolkits, testimonies, legislation, regulations, policy directives, implementation guidance, and impact statements for internal and external audiences.
• Provide presentations and technical assistance to internal or external entities on specific areas of expertise.
• Contribute to and manage work plans.
Opportunities May Include
• Influence strategy, program, policy development, and best practices.
• Engage in and facilitate strategic planning, internally and with external stakeholders, to achieve short- and long-range planning goals.
• Serve as an expert resource to others internally and externally.
• Work on ambiguous matters generally without precedent or structure and independently develops standardization and protocol.
• Edit reports, white papers, position papers, briefs, presentations, strategies, toolkits, testimonies, legislation, regulations, policy directives, implementation guidance, and impact statements for internal and external audiences.
• Serve as a subject matter expert related to financing strategies and policy options.
• Use substantial latitude in decision-making.
• Set and monitor goals and objectives to align with the defined strategy.
• Depart from traditional approaches to develop and present novel solutions.
• Supervise other policy or program staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience with subject matter knowledge related to public child- and family-serving systems, including child welfare systems, and Medicaid authorities and requirements.
• Experience contributing to or authoring white papers or briefs.
Additional Minimum Qualifications for the Public Policy Analyst (Research Assistant 2)
• Bachelor’s degree and two to three years of post-degree experience or Master’s degree and up to one year of post-degree experience.
Additional Minimum Qualifications for the Senior Public Policy Analyst (Research Assistant 3)
• Bachelor’s degree and four to five years of post-degree experience or Master’s degree and two to four years of post-degree experience.
Additional Minimum Qualifications for the Lead Public Policy Analyst (Research Associate 1)
• Ph.D. with up to one year of post-degree experience or Master’s degree and eight to ten years of post-degree experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
For All Levels
• Experience developing and maintaining effective working relationships with partners, including funders, internal colleagues, and other stakeholders. Experience partnering with diverse stakeholders.
• Commitment to contributing to building and sustaining research-based, inclusive, culturally responsive, and transformative child- and family-serving systems and services in partnership with government agencies, providers, children and families, and community organizations. Commitment to engaging in work that is grounded in research, a commitment to social justice, experience and expertise from the field, and implementation science.
• Possesses a thorough knowledge of position requirements and the ability to perform the position in compliance with all requirements/regulations/laws. Ability to maintain high standards with the work being performed and maintain awareness of trends and influences. Assumes personal responsibility for all outcomes; makes effective and timely decisions; and effectively uses technology. Skill in relevant PC applications and programs such as Microsoft Office. Maintains productivity and uses knowledge strategies to increase knowledge base.
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision. Ability to delegate work and train/mentor personnel. Knowledge of supervisory practices and principles. Ability to effectively attend to various duties on simultaneous assignments. Ability to develop new methods for operation and/or streamlining of processes. Skill in exercising initiative, resourcefulness, and sound judgment with an ability to solve problems and make decisions. Ability to prioritize ongoing and new projects necessary to implement a specific organizational program.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Writes and presents information in a clear and concise way. Interprets and understands written information and is able to listen attentively to verbal and non-verbal cues that lead to a deeper understanding.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and demonstrate professional, ethical, respectful, and courteous behavior when interacting with others. Capable of interacting pleasantly and positively with others to meet customer expectations, and provide follow-up with customers. Comfortable with developing consensus across stakeholders.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
These are full-time, end-date positions subject to renewal based on funding and satisfactory performance. Positions with Innovations Institute are fully remote with expected travel to UConn’s Hartford Campus twice annually. Compensation will range from $65,000 to $115,000 annually (full-time equivalent) depending on experience. A generous benefits package is provided that includes health, retirement, paid time off, and other benefits. For additional information regarding benefits visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/benefits-beyond-pay/.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #497245 to upload a cover letter, resume, the names of three professional references, and a writing sample about a news article published in 2023 that relates to children, youth, and/or families.
The writing sample must:
• Provide a brief overview of the article
• Describe how the article relates to the well-being of children, youth, and/or families
• Discuss implications for programs, policy, and/or practice in the US or within a particular state or community
• Be no more than one page, inclusive of works cited
• Include citations for all sources, including the news article, using APA format
• Be written in English with satisfactory spelling, grammar, and punctuation
This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on March 23, 2023.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics, which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations Show more details...
The University of Connecticut School of Social Work's Innovation Institute seeks qualified applicants for one or more open positions within a public policy analyst role, to be hired as Public Policy Analyst (Research Assistant 2), Senior Public Policy Analyst (Research Assistant 3), or Lead Public Policy Analyst (Research Associate 1), depending on the qualifications of the... successful applicant.
The positions will be part of the School of Social Work’s growing portfolio of public policy, technical assistance, financing, and evaluation activities in partnership with local, state, and federal government agencies and organizations on behalf of children, youth, and families. Positions with Innovations Institute are fully remote with expected travel to UConn’s Hartford Campus twice annually.
The selected candidates will apply knowledge, concepts, principles, and skills to multiple projects across the Innovations Institute. These projects will include working with federal, state, and/or local governments to support sustainable financing and integrated and customized policy approaches in public child- and family-serving systems. The public policy analysts will engage in document and literature reviews; participate in and, depending on expertise, facilitate meetings, stakeholder interviews, and/or focus groups; prepare briefs, white papers, technical reports, presentations, and overview documents and analyses; and apply expert knowledge and skills related to public policy, financing, and implementation, including related to Medicaid and child welfare funding.
Positions are open for public policy analysts who will work under the direction of Deborah Harburger, Assistant Extension Professor and Director of Policy and Financing at Innovations Institute. The selected candidate may mentor or supervise other policy or program staff depending on qualifications. The selected candidates are expected to collaborate across the Innovations Institute and the School of Social Work, as well as with consultants and organizations partnering with the Innovations Institute.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Apply intermediate, in-depth knowledge, concepts, principles, and skills related to public policy, financing, and implementation, including related to Medicaid State Plans, amendments, and waivers and federal policy document development (e.g. Family First Prevention Plans).
• Contribute to developing agendas for meetings. Participate in substantial portions of meetings, including with state and local leadership (e.g. state planning meetings, federal settlement agreement meetings, etc). Draft meeting notes and assist staff with implementing action steps.
• Monitor key changes in children’s behavioral health, Medicaid, child welfare, and juvenile justice policy at the local, state, and national levels.
• Review literature and research on current health topics. Summarize key policy topics for consumption by peers, senior leadership, or external entities.
• Contribute to cost benefit analysis of proposed recommendations.
• Prepare and review proposals and contracts for actions.
• Draft outlines for and sections of reports, white papers, position papers, briefs, presentations, strategies, toolkits, testimonies, legislation, regulations, policy directives, implementation guidance, and impact statements for internal and external audiences.
• Draft and maintain work plans.
Advanced Duties
• Apply senior-level and advanced knowledge, concepts, principles, and skills related to public policy, financing, and implementation, including related to Medicaid state plans, amendments, waivers, and federal policy document development (e.g. Family First Prevention Plans).
• Participate in and leads substantial portions of meetings, including with state and local leadership (e.g. state planning meetings, federal settlement agreement meetings, etc.). Draft and review meeting notes. Be responsible for key action steps and assist staff with implementing action steps.
• Conduct or review cost benefit analysis of proposed recommendations.
• Write reports, white papers, position papers, briefs, presentations, strategies, toolkits, testimonies, legislation, regulations, policy directives, implementation guidance, and impact statements for internal and external audiences.
• Provide presentations and technical assistance to internal or external entities on specific areas of expertise.
• Contribute to and manage work plans.
Opportunities May Include
• Influence strategy, program, policy development, and best practices.
• Engage in and facilitate strategic planning, internally and with external stakeholders, to achieve short- and long-range planning goals.
• Serve as an expert resource to others internally and externally.
• Work on ambiguous matters generally without precedent or structure and independently develops standardization and protocol.
• Edit reports, white papers, position papers, briefs, presentations, strategies, toolkits, testimonies, legislation, regulations, policy directives, implementation guidance, and impact statements for internal and external audiences.
• Serve as a subject matter expert related to financing strategies and policy options.
• Use substantial latitude in decision-making.
• Set and monitor goals and objectives to align with the defined strategy.
• Depart from traditional approaches to develop and present novel solutions.
• Supervise other policy or program staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience with subject matter knowledge related to public child- and family-serving systems, including child welfare systems, and Medicaid authorities and requirements.
• Experience contributing to or authoring white papers or briefs.
Additional Minimum Qualifications for the Public Policy Analyst (Research Assistant 2)
• Bachelor’s degree and two to three years of post-degree experience or Master’s degree and up to one year of post-degree experience.
Additional Minimum Qualifications for the Senior Public Policy Analyst (Research Assistant 3)
• Bachelor’s degree and four to five years of post-degree experience or Master’s degree and two to four years of post-degree experience.
Additional Minimum Qualifications for the Lead Public Policy Analyst (Research Associate 1)
• Ph.D. with up to one year of post-degree experience or Master’s degree and eight to ten years of post-degree experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
For All Levels
• Experience developing and maintaining effective working relationships with partners, including funders, internal colleagues, and other stakeholders. Experience partnering with diverse stakeholders.
• Commitment to contributing to building and sustaining research-based, inclusive, culturally responsive, and transformative child- and family-serving systems and services in partnership with government agencies, providers, children and families, and community organizations. Commitment to engaging in work that is grounded in research, a commitment to social justice, experience and expertise from the field, and implementation science.
• Possesses a thorough knowledge of position requirements and the ability to perform the position in compliance with all requirements/regulations/laws. Ability to maintain high standards with the work being performed and maintain awareness of trends and influences. Assumes personal responsibility for all outcomes; makes effective and timely decisions; and effectively uses technology. Skill in relevant PC applications and programs such as Microsoft Office. Maintains productivity and uses knowledge strategies to increase knowledge base.
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision. Ability to delegate work and train/mentor personnel. Knowledge of supervisory practices and principles. Ability to effectively attend to various duties on simultaneous assignments. Ability to develop new methods for operation and/or streamlining of processes. Skill in exercising initiative, resourcefulness, and sound judgment with an ability to solve problems and make decisions. Ability to prioritize ongoing and new projects necessary to implement a specific organizational program.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Writes and presents information in a clear and concise way. Interprets and understands written information and is able to listen attentively to verbal and non-verbal cues that lead to a deeper understanding.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and demonstrate professional, ethical, respectful, and courteous behavior when interacting with others. Capable of interacting pleasantly and positively with others to meet customer expectations, and provide follow-up with customers. Comfortable with developing consensus across stakeholders.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
These are full-time, end-date positions subject to renewal based on funding and satisfactory performance. Positions with Innovations Institute are fully remote with expected travel to UConn’s Hartford Campus twice annually. Compensation will range from $65,000 to $115,000 annually (full-time equivalent) depending on experience. A generous benefits package is provided that includes health, retirement, paid time off, and other benefits. For additional information regarding benefits visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/benefits-beyond-pay/.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #497245 to upload a cover letter, resume, the names of three professional references, and a writing sample about a news article published in 2023 that relates to children, youth, and/or families.
The writing sample must:
• Provide a brief overview of the article
• Describe how the article relates to the well-being of children, youth, and/or families
• Discuss implications for programs, policy, and/or practice in the US or within a particular state or community
• Be no more than one page, inclusive of works cited
• Include citations for all sources, including the news article, using APA format
• Be written in English with satisfactory spelling, grammar, and punctuation
This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on March 23, 2023.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics, which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations Show more details...
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posted_at: 9 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
INTRODUCTION
The Department of Music at the University of Connecticut, Storrs campus, invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Musicology (broadly construed to include ethnographic and historical approaches). We seek an outstanding and collaborative teacher, musician, and scholar, with broad expertise in the Western musical tradition and one or more additional traditions... which could include indigenous or vernacular musics.
INTRODUCTION
The Department of Music at the University of Connecticut, Storrs campus, invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Musicology (broadly construed to include ethnographic and historical approaches). We seek an outstanding and collaborative teacher, musician, and scholar, with broad expertise in the Western musical tradition and one or more additional traditions... which could include indigenous or vernacular musics. This colleague will teach within our musicology curriculum as well as advise theses and dissertations on the undergraduate and graduate levels and will engage in regular outreach (through public presentations and/or ensemble leadership) with University and state communities that advances the Department’s visibility and furthers its recruitment efforts.
The successful candidate will have broad knowledge in the field of musicology as well as depth within a specific area or areas of expertise; will have already produced scholarship that demonstrates an openness to diverse approaches to research and publication; and will possess a record of community engagement and/or service in relation to the field(s) of expertise. The teaching profile will include not only excellent communication and pedagogical skills (particularly with regard to diversity, equity, and inclusion), but an understanding of the complex demands of music curricula in the twenty-first century. Prior experience with thesis advising, music technology, and/or student ensemble leadership is highly desirable.
The Department of Music at the University of Connecticut is a fully accredited, institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music, with 21 full-time faculty members, 25 part-time faculty members, 165 undergraduate students, and 30 graduate students. The Department provides a wide range of opportunities for music and intellectual growth with degrees offered at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels. Its faculty takes an interdisciplinary and wide-ranging approach to music teaching and learning, engaging in collaborations across the University. Additional information about the Department and its programs can be seen at http://www.music.uconn.edu.
Founded in 1881, the University of Connecticut is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state’s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top 25 public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary teaching responsibilities: five courses per year, including undergraduate courses for music majors in the history of Western music, upper-division undergraduate writing-intensive (University-competency “W†) courses in indigenous musics, popular musics, and/or other selected topics (“Music, History, and Ideas†), and graduate courses, including historical research methods. Secondary teaching responsibilities could include general education music courses for non-majors and/or directing a musical ensemble related to the candidate’s field of expertise. Other teaching responsibilities include advising undergraduate and master’s theses as well as Ph.D. and D.M.A. dissertations and serving on graduate advisory committees. Research responsibilities include developing and maintaining a distinguished profile as a scholar with a significant public-engagement component. Service includes work on Department, School, and University committees as well as other services as appropriate to the position.
Successful candidates will also be expected to broaden participation among members of under-represented groups; demonstrate through research, teaching, and/or public engagement the commitment to, and support of, diversity in the learning experience; integrate multicultural experiences into instructional methods and research tools; and provide leadership in developing pedagogical techniques designed to meet the needs of diverse learning styles and intellectual interests.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Completed Ph.D. in either historical musicology or ethnomusicology, by the time of hire.
• Demonstrated expertise in a vernacular or indigenous music (for historical musicologists), or in the Western musical tradition (for ethnomusicologists).
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the university level.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Demonstrated record of and/or potential for excellence in research, scholarship, and public engagement.
• The ability to lead a student ensemble whose primary work will be outside of the scope of Western art music as traditionally defined.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track renewable appointment at the Storrs campus with an anticipated start date of August 23, 2023. Faculty may be asked to teach at one of the University of Connecticut’s regional campuses as part of their assigned duties. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online to Academic Jobs Online: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/24403 and submit the following application materials:
• A cover letter,
• Curriculum vitae,
• Commitment to diversity statement (including broadening participation, integrating multicultural experiences in instruction and research and pedagogical techniques to meet the needs of diverse learning styles, etc.);
• At least one writing sample
• Three letters of reference.
• If desired, candidates may include one to two additional items reflecting aspects of the candidate’s teaching and research profile that are not present in other elements of the application.
Evaluation of applicants will begin immediately. For more information regarding the Department of Music, please visit the Department's website at http://www.music.uconn.edu. Please contact Emily Cole, Program Assistant (emily.cole@uconn.edu) with any questions.
At the University of Connecticut, our commitment to excellence is complemented by our commitment to building a culturally diverse community.
This position will be filled subject the budgetary approval.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations Show more details...
The Department of Music at the University of Connecticut, Storrs campus, invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Musicology (broadly construed to include ethnographic and historical approaches). We seek an outstanding and collaborative teacher, musician, and scholar, with broad expertise in the Western musical tradition and one or more additional traditions... which could include indigenous or vernacular musics. This colleague will teach within our musicology curriculum as well as advise theses and dissertations on the undergraduate and graduate levels and will engage in regular outreach (through public presentations and/or ensemble leadership) with University and state communities that advances the Department’s visibility and furthers its recruitment efforts.
The successful candidate will have broad knowledge in the field of musicology as well as depth within a specific area or areas of expertise; will have already produced scholarship that demonstrates an openness to diverse approaches to research and publication; and will possess a record of community engagement and/or service in relation to the field(s) of expertise. The teaching profile will include not only excellent communication and pedagogical skills (particularly with regard to diversity, equity, and inclusion), but an understanding of the complex demands of music curricula in the twenty-first century. Prior experience with thesis advising, music technology, and/or student ensemble leadership is highly desirable.
The Department of Music at the University of Connecticut is a fully accredited, institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music, with 21 full-time faculty members, 25 part-time faculty members, 165 undergraduate students, and 30 graduate students. The Department provides a wide range of opportunities for music and intellectual growth with degrees offered at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels. Its faculty takes an interdisciplinary and wide-ranging approach to music teaching and learning, engaging in collaborations across the University. Additional information about the Department and its programs can be seen at http://www.music.uconn.edu.
Founded in 1881, the University of Connecticut is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state’s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top 25 public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary teaching responsibilities: five courses per year, including undergraduate courses for music majors in the history of Western music, upper-division undergraduate writing-intensive (University-competency “W†) courses in indigenous musics, popular musics, and/or other selected topics (“Music, History, and Ideas†), and graduate courses, including historical research methods. Secondary teaching responsibilities could include general education music courses for non-majors and/or directing a musical ensemble related to the candidate’s field of expertise. Other teaching responsibilities include advising undergraduate and master’s theses as well as Ph.D. and D.M.A. dissertations and serving on graduate advisory committees. Research responsibilities include developing and maintaining a distinguished profile as a scholar with a significant public-engagement component. Service includes work on Department, School, and University committees as well as other services as appropriate to the position.
Successful candidates will also be expected to broaden participation among members of under-represented groups; demonstrate through research, teaching, and/or public engagement the commitment to, and support of, diversity in the learning experience; integrate multicultural experiences into instructional methods and research tools; and provide leadership in developing pedagogical techniques designed to meet the needs of diverse learning styles and intellectual interests.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Completed Ph.D. in either historical musicology or ethnomusicology, by the time of hire.
• Demonstrated expertise in a vernacular or indigenous music (for historical musicologists), or in the Western musical tradition (for ethnomusicologists).
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the university level.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Demonstrated record of and/or potential for excellence in research, scholarship, and public engagement.
• The ability to lead a student ensemble whose primary work will be outside of the scope of Western art music as traditionally defined.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track renewable appointment at the Storrs campus with an anticipated start date of August 23, 2023. Faculty may be asked to teach at one of the University of Connecticut’s regional campuses as part of their assigned duties. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online to Academic Jobs Online: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/24403 and submit the following application materials:
• A cover letter,
• Curriculum vitae,
• Commitment to diversity statement (including broadening participation, integrating multicultural experiences in instruction and research and pedagogical techniques to meet the needs of diverse learning styles, etc.);
• At least one writing sample
• Three letters of reference.
• If desired, candidates may include one to two additional items reflecting aspects of the candidate’s teaching and research profile that are not present in other elements of the application.
Evaluation of applicants will begin immediately. For more information regarding the Department of Music, please visit the Department's website at http://www.music.uconn.edu. Please contact Emily Cole, Program Assistant (emily.cole@uconn.edu) with any questions.
At the University of Connecticut, our commitment to excellence is complemented by our commitment to building a culturally diverse community.
This position will be filled subject the budgetary approval.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations Show more details...
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posted_at: 3 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Search #: 497213
Work type: Full-time
Location: Storrs Campus...
Categories: Academic Programs and Services
JOB SUMMARY
The Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture (PSLA) is seeking a dedicated and professional member to join our team as an Educational Program Assistant 2. The Educational Program Assistant 2 will serve as the undergraduate and graduate program coordinator for all department educational programs. The successful candidate
Search #: 497213
Work type: Full-time
Location: Storrs Campus...
Categories: Academic Programs and Services
JOB SUMMARY
The Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture (PSLA) is seeking a dedicated and professional member to join our team as an Educational Program Assistant 2. The Educational Program Assistant 2 will serve as the undergraduate and graduate program coordinator for all department educational programs. The successful candidate is someone that is comfortable communicating with diverse groups, has high attention to detail, enjoys both complex tasks and routine work, can anticipate future needs based on past events, and practices a student-forward mindset that will foster the growth of our students and academic programs to reach their full potential. The successful candidate will have excellent oral and written communication skills, experience in an academic setting, and the ability to work as a team member to contribute to a culture that values community, inclusion, excellence, and strategic growth.
PSLA is a diverse department with a collegial group of 21 faculty and 12 member support staff, over 100 students in the 2- and 4-year programs and accredited landscape architecture program, and around 30 graduate students. Research and teaching infrastructure of the Department includes wet labs, greenhouses, plant growth chambers and tissue culture facilities, design studios, 153-acre research and teaching farm, and the Waxman Conifer Collection. The Department operates the Home & Garden Education Center, the Plant Diagnostics Clinic, Turfgrass Disease Diagnostic Center, the Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory, and the Plant Transformation facility. PSLA is often a top academic department in the College in external grant funding per faculty line, with over $3M per year.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Include but are not limited to:
Student Support
• Provide support and assistance to students in departmental programs.
• Respond to prospective student inquiries for programs, and provide information to students regarding academic forms and Department policies and procedures.
• Organize orientations and welcome events for all new undergraduate and graduate students.
• Regularly communicate with students in the Department to inform them of relevant upcoming events, deadlines, opportunities, and expectations.
Student Recruitment
• Develop and maintain marketing and promotional efforts for departmental undergraduate and graduate academic programs, including print and digital materials for open house recruitment events, department websites, social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn), University communication platforms, and other promotional materials.
• Coordinate planning, execution, and advertisement of the Department's academic, research, recruiting, and alumni relations events and fundraisers, and keep current with communication trends in student recruitment.
• Lead department recruiting and alumni relations, serve as a resource to the public, and maintain website content for prospective and current students.
Program Coordination and Reporting
• Support administrative functions of the Undergraduate and Graduate Committees, keeping abreast of reportable progress achieved in these programs, and disseminating information as requested.
• Serve as the undergraduate and graduate programs coordinator and oversee the admissions process for the graduate program and Landscape Architecture (LA) program and serve as an ex oficio member of the graduate committee.
• Work closely with the Graduate Program Chair on graduate admissions, fellowships, and other funding applications, oversee the annual graduate student evaluation process, and address student needs as they arise.
• Work closely with the Director of the Landscape Architecture Program to facilitate activities, communications, reporting, and events, especially as it relates to LAAB accreditation.
• Manage academic and student records, compile data for reporting and program/course assessment, guide short- and long-term curricular planning of the Department.
• Manage department course scheduling, teaching room reservations, and classroom teaching budgets, as well as manage departmental teaching and student space and teaching supplies and equipment, and guide department decisions on the assignment of teaching assistants.
• Act as a departmental liaison between College/University staff, Department Head, LA Program Director, and department faculty.
• Work with department and College faculty/staff to address student and program needs, and arrange for professional development and academic topics as needed.
• Assist with processing undergraduate and graduate fellowships and scholarships.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree and 2-3 years of related experience, OR equivalent combination of education and related work experience.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to efficiently handle multiple tasks at one time.
• Clear, positive, and professional written, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience working at a university or with student groups in a collegiate setting.
• Leadership experience in organizing events, coordinating group activities, and/or online communication for a club or group.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with communication technologies, including experience with social media platforms and website maintenance.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This is a full-time, permanent position. Telecommuting on a hybrid basis may be allowed subject to authorization and University policy. The University offers a competitive salary, commensurate with background and experience, and outstanding benefits including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment. For additional information regarding benefits visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/benefits-beyond-pay/. Other rights, terms, and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #497213. Please be sure to include, a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references (including title, organization/company, phone, and e-mail). Incomplete applications will not be considered. Evaluations of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.
Advertised: Feb 28 2023 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close Show more details...
Work type: Full-time
Location: Storrs Campus...
Categories: Academic Programs and Services
JOB SUMMARY
The Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture (PSLA) is seeking a dedicated and professional member to join our team as an Educational Program Assistant 2. The Educational Program Assistant 2 will serve as the undergraduate and graduate program coordinator for all department educational programs. The successful candidate is someone that is comfortable communicating with diverse groups, has high attention to detail, enjoys both complex tasks and routine work, can anticipate future needs based on past events, and practices a student-forward mindset that will foster the growth of our students and academic programs to reach their full potential. The successful candidate will have excellent oral and written communication skills, experience in an academic setting, and the ability to work as a team member to contribute to a culture that values community, inclusion, excellence, and strategic growth.
PSLA is a diverse department with a collegial group of 21 faculty and 12 member support staff, over 100 students in the 2- and 4-year programs and accredited landscape architecture program, and around 30 graduate students. Research and teaching infrastructure of the Department includes wet labs, greenhouses, plant growth chambers and tissue culture facilities, design studios, 153-acre research and teaching farm, and the Waxman Conifer Collection. The Department operates the Home & Garden Education Center, the Plant Diagnostics Clinic, Turfgrass Disease Diagnostic Center, the Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory, and the Plant Transformation facility. PSLA is often a top academic department in the College in external grant funding per faculty line, with over $3M per year.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Include but are not limited to:
Student Support
• Provide support and assistance to students in departmental programs.
• Respond to prospective student inquiries for programs, and provide information to students regarding academic forms and Department policies and procedures.
• Organize orientations and welcome events for all new undergraduate and graduate students.
• Regularly communicate with students in the Department to inform them of relevant upcoming events, deadlines, opportunities, and expectations.
Student Recruitment
• Develop and maintain marketing and promotional efforts for departmental undergraduate and graduate academic programs, including print and digital materials for open house recruitment events, department websites, social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn), University communication platforms, and other promotional materials.
• Coordinate planning, execution, and advertisement of the Department's academic, research, recruiting, and alumni relations events and fundraisers, and keep current with communication trends in student recruitment.
• Lead department recruiting and alumni relations, serve as a resource to the public, and maintain website content for prospective and current students.
Program Coordination and Reporting
• Support administrative functions of the Undergraduate and Graduate Committees, keeping abreast of reportable progress achieved in these programs, and disseminating information as requested.
• Serve as the undergraduate and graduate programs coordinator and oversee the admissions process for the graduate program and Landscape Architecture (LA) program and serve as an ex oficio member of the graduate committee.
• Work closely with the Graduate Program Chair on graduate admissions, fellowships, and other funding applications, oversee the annual graduate student evaluation process, and address student needs as they arise.
• Work closely with the Director of the Landscape Architecture Program to facilitate activities, communications, reporting, and events, especially as it relates to LAAB accreditation.
• Manage academic and student records, compile data for reporting and program/course assessment, guide short- and long-term curricular planning of the Department.
• Manage department course scheduling, teaching room reservations, and classroom teaching budgets, as well as manage departmental teaching and student space and teaching supplies and equipment, and guide department decisions on the assignment of teaching assistants.
• Act as a departmental liaison between College/University staff, Department Head, LA Program Director, and department faculty.
• Work with department and College faculty/staff to address student and program needs, and arrange for professional development and academic topics as needed.
• Assist with processing undergraduate and graduate fellowships and scholarships.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree and 2-3 years of related experience, OR equivalent combination of education and related work experience.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to efficiently handle multiple tasks at one time.
• Clear, positive, and professional written, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience working at a university or with student groups in a collegiate setting.
• Leadership experience in organizing events, coordinating group activities, and/or online communication for a club or group.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with communication technologies, including experience with social media platforms and website maintenance.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This is a full-time, permanent position. Telecommuting on a hybrid basis may be allowed subject to authorization and University policy. The University offers a competitive salary, commensurate with background and experience, and outstanding benefits including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment. For additional information regarding benefits visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/benefits-beyond-pay/. Other rights, terms, and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #497213. Please be sure to include, a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references (including title, organization/company, phone, and e-mail). Incomplete applications will not be considered. Evaluations of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.
Advertised: Feb 28 2023 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close Show more details...
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posted_at: 3 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Search #: 497294
Work type: Full-time
Location: Storrs Campus...
Categories: Information Technology
JOB SUMMARY
The University of Connecticut, Information Technology Services (ITS), is seeking a highly technical and self-motivated Applications Administrator 2. This position will join an established team of application administrators and software developers located on the Storrs campus. Under the direction of a Team Lead, this service-oriented position
Search #: 497294
Work type: Full-time
Location: Storrs Campus...
Categories: Information Technology
JOB SUMMARY
The University of Connecticut, Information Technology Services (ITS), is seeking a highly technical and self-motivated Applications Administrator 2. This position will join an established team of application administrators and software developers located on the Storrs campus. Under the direction of a Team Lead, this service-oriented position will work closely with the University’s Facilities organization to provide highly technical and innovative software solutions.
This role combines the skills of an application administrator, business analyst, and project manager. In addition to providing application administration and support, the position will facilitate software upgrades, implementations, and testing. The candidate must work and communicate well at multiple organizational levels with customers, vendors, peers, and management. They must be effective at research, problem-solving, and documentation.
The University of Connecticut has been named the top public university in New England for over a decade and is ranked among the top public universities in the nation. The University of Connecticut is also a Carnegie Foundation Research University, a prestigious honor shared by only the nation's top higher education institutions.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide business and systems analysis, and assessment; gather and document business requirements and workflow processes; conceptualize, recommend, demonstrate, and implement technology solutions.
• Develop and maintain subject matter expertise on both frontend and backend technologies related to assigned applications.
• Provide leadership and planning of technical software implementation processes; perform analysis and coordination of activities in support of projects.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, identify, and resolve technical issues for assigned applications.
• Monitor applications to ensure they are configured in accordance with functional, technical, and performance expectations; including, but not limited to, feature management, user access, firewall policy, and identity integrations.
• Plan, test, and execute software upgrades and security mitigations for assigned applications.
• Author and execute data queries to support business and technical needs using standard reporting tools.
• Report progress to users, colleagues, and management through formal written communications.
• Work with vendors and management to develop or enhance applications.
• Work with technical and functional staff to resolve system integration issues.
• Create and maintain technical and administrative support documentation; maintain online knowledge base.
• Provide technical support, training, and consulting services to end users.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for all assigned applications.
• Leverage ticketing systems to track issues and project tasks.
• Conduct research, review, test, and evaluate potential new products or enhancements; write summaries and report recommendations; research licensing and purchasing arrangements relative to potential software.
• Perform related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Associate's degree and six years of related experience; OR Bachelor’s degree and four years of related experience; OR eight years of related experience.
• Experience managing on-premises applications in a Windows or Linux environment; including monitoring and administration of application-specific services, logs, and scheduled tasks.
• Experience directly supporting enterprise applications in a multi-tiered environment.
• Excellent collaboration, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, problem-solve, and implement technology solutions.
• Understanding and experience with methodologies for identifying, gathering, and documenting business processes and requirements.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience reading, writing, and executing SQL statements in a relational database environment, such as Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, or similar.
• Experience with data analysis tools, such as Microsoft Power BI, WebFOCUS, or Tableau.
• Experience writing basic automation scripts using Bash, PowerShell, or similar tools.
• Experience with Integrated Workplace Management Systems (IWMS), such as AiM or FAMIS.
• Experience with Parking Management software, such as Cardinal TickeTrak or T2 Systems.
• Experience with Fleet, Mail, Construction, or similar operational management systems.
• Experience with Atlassian products, such as JIRA and Confluence.
• Experience with web services for data integration, reporting, or similar uses; including tools such as Postman and SoapUI.
• Familiar with application security, privacy, and data protection best practices.
• Experience working in higher education.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This is a full-time, 12-month, permanent position. The University offers a competitive salary, outstanding benefits including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment. The hiring range for the Applications Administrator 2 position is $76,897 to $99,966. Salary will be commensurate with the successful candidate's background and experience. Other rights, terms, and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #497294 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references.
This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on March 14, 2023.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.
Advertised: Feb 28 2023 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Mar 14 2023 Eastern Daylight Time Show more details...
Work type: Full-time
Location: Storrs Campus...
Categories: Information Technology
JOB SUMMARY
The University of Connecticut, Information Technology Services (ITS), is seeking a highly technical and self-motivated Applications Administrator 2. This position will join an established team of application administrators and software developers located on the Storrs campus. Under the direction of a Team Lead, this service-oriented position will work closely with the University’s Facilities organization to provide highly technical and innovative software solutions.
This role combines the skills of an application administrator, business analyst, and project manager. In addition to providing application administration and support, the position will facilitate software upgrades, implementations, and testing. The candidate must work and communicate well at multiple organizational levels with customers, vendors, peers, and management. They must be effective at research, problem-solving, and documentation.
The University of Connecticut has been named the top public university in New England for over a decade and is ranked among the top public universities in the nation. The University of Connecticut is also a Carnegie Foundation Research University, a prestigious honor shared by only the nation's top higher education institutions.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide business and systems analysis, and assessment; gather and document business requirements and workflow processes; conceptualize, recommend, demonstrate, and implement technology solutions.
• Develop and maintain subject matter expertise on both frontend and backend technologies related to assigned applications.
• Provide leadership and planning of technical software implementation processes; perform analysis and coordination of activities in support of projects.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, identify, and resolve technical issues for assigned applications.
• Monitor applications to ensure they are configured in accordance with functional, technical, and performance expectations; including, but not limited to, feature management, user access, firewall policy, and identity integrations.
• Plan, test, and execute software upgrades and security mitigations for assigned applications.
• Author and execute data queries to support business and technical needs using standard reporting tools.
• Report progress to users, colleagues, and management through formal written communications.
• Work with vendors and management to develop or enhance applications.
• Work with technical and functional staff to resolve system integration issues.
• Create and maintain technical and administrative support documentation; maintain online knowledge base.
• Provide technical support, training, and consulting services to end users.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for all assigned applications.
• Leverage ticketing systems to track issues and project tasks.
• Conduct research, review, test, and evaluate potential new products or enhancements; write summaries and report recommendations; research licensing and purchasing arrangements relative to potential software.
• Perform related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Associate's degree and six years of related experience; OR Bachelor’s degree and four years of related experience; OR eight years of related experience.
• Experience managing on-premises applications in a Windows or Linux environment; including monitoring and administration of application-specific services, logs, and scheduled tasks.
• Experience directly supporting enterprise applications in a multi-tiered environment.
• Excellent collaboration, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, problem-solve, and implement technology solutions.
• Understanding and experience with methodologies for identifying, gathering, and documenting business processes and requirements.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience reading, writing, and executing SQL statements in a relational database environment, such as Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, or similar.
• Experience with data analysis tools, such as Microsoft Power BI, WebFOCUS, or Tableau.
• Experience writing basic automation scripts using Bash, PowerShell, or similar tools.
• Experience with Integrated Workplace Management Systems (IWMS), such as AiM or FAMIS.
• Experience with Parking Management software, such as Cardinal TickeTrak or T2 Systems.
• Experience with Fleet, Mail, Construction, or similar operational management systems.
• Experience with Atlassian products, such as JIRA and Confluence.
• Experience with web services for data integration, reporting, or similar uses; including tools such as Postman and SoapUI.
• Familiar with application security, privacy, and data protection best practices.
• Experience working in higher education.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This is a full-time, 12-month, permanent position. The University offers a competitive salary, outstanding benefits including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment. The hiring range for the Applications Administrator 2 position is $76,897 to $99,966. Salary will be commensurate with the successful candidate's background and experience. Other rights, terms, and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #497294 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references.
This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on March 14, 2023.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.
Advertised: Feb 28 2023 Eastern Standard Time
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Search #: 497265
Work type: Full-time
Location: Storrs Campus...
Categories: Laboratory and Research Operations
JOB SUMMARY
The Department of Chemistry is seeking a Laboratory Technician 1 to assist in servicing chemistry courses on the Storrs campus. This position is part of the Department’s Teaching Laboratory Services unit, which supports the Chemistry Department’s undergraduate laboratory operations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Prepare
Search #: 497265
Work type: Full-time
Location: Storrs Campus...
Categories: Laboratory and Research Operations
JOB SUMMARY
The Department of Chemistry is seeking a Laboratory Technician 1 to assist in servicing chemistry courses on the Storrs campus. This position is part of the Department’s Teaching Laboratory Services unit, which supports the Chemistry Department’s undergraduate laboratory operations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Prepare and test routine laboratory experiments for undergraduate courses. Assist in modification of experiments as needed.
• Work with a full range of chemicals to prepare reagents and solutions for experiments.
• Set up and maintain equipment for laboratory experiments safely and quickly in a fast-paced environment. Dismantle, clean, and inspect equipment after use.
• Frequently moves waste containers and reagent trays weighing 25 lbs to and from laboratory benches, under-hood cabinets, and carts.
• Create and provide procedural notes for teaching assistants, and assist TA's with routine technical problems related to laboratory exercises.
• Assist with identifying and resolving routine experimental problems.
• Assist in the maintenance and minor repair of lab equipment to ensure safe use and proper operation.
• Monitor inventory levels and assure the security of supplies and equipment.
• Assist in creating and maintaining appropriate records including standard operating procedures, experimental checklists, and safety documentation.
• Work assigned schedule, which varies by semester to support morning, afternoon, and evening classes, with the possible future addition of weekend classes.
• Assist with the enforcement of departmental safety rules.
• Perform related tasks as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or a related field and 1-2 years of experience, or equivalent education and experience.
• Demonstrated familiarity with concepts, practices, and standard laboratory procedures in chemistry.
• Demonstrated knowledge of commonly accepted safety practices in chemistry.
• Demonstrated ability to explain laboratory procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to move containers and trays weighing 25 lbs to and from locations varying in height from 10 to 36 inches.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to work weekends and evenings as needed.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• B.S. degree in chemistry.
• Prior work experience in a laboratory setting.
• Experience writing and communicating laboratory procedures and results in a professional setting.
• Ability to engage, connect and work with diverse student, administrative, and faculty populations and provide a commitment to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in an educational setting.
• Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This is a full-time, permanent position. Other rights, terms, and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #497265 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references.
This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on March 26, 2023.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.
Advertised: Feb 24 2023 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Mar 26 2023 Eastern Daylight Time Show more details...
Work type: Full-time
Location: Storrs Campus...
Categories: Laboratory and Research Operations
JOB SUMMARY
The Department of Chemistry is seeking a Laboratory Technician 1 to assist in servicing chemistry courses on the Storrs campus. This position is part of the Department’s Teaching Laboratory Services unit, which supports the Chemistry Department’s undergraduate laboratory operations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Prepare and test routine laboratory experiments for undergraduate courses. Assist in modification of experiments as needed.
• Work with a full range of chemicals to prepare reagents and solutions for experiments.
• Set up and maintain equipment for laboratory experiments safely and quickly in a fast-paced environment. Dismantle, clean, and inspect equipment after use.
• Frequently moves waste containers and reagent trays weighing 25 lbs to and from laboratory benches, under-hood cabinets, and carts.
• Create and provide procedural notes for teaching assistants, and assist TA's with routine technical problems related to laboratory exercises.
• Assist with identifying and resolving routine experimental problems.
• Assist in the maintenance and minor repair of lab equipment to ensure safe use and proper operation.
• Monitor inventory levels and assure the security of supplies and equipment.
• Assist in creating and maintaining appropriate records including standard operating procedures, experimental checklists, and safety documentation.
• Work assigned schedule, which varies by semester to support morning, afternoon, and evening classes, with the possible future addition of weekend classes.
• Assist with the enforcement of departmental safety rules.
• Perform related tasks as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or a related field and 1-2 years of experience, or equivalent education and experience.
• Demonstrated familiarity with concepts, practices, and standard laboratory procedures in chemistry.
• Demonstrated knowledge of commonly accepted safety practices in chemistry.
• Demonstrated ability to explain laboratory procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to move containers and trays weighing 25 lbs to and from locations varying in height from 10 to 36 inches.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to work weekends and evenings as needed.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• B.S. degree in chemistry.
• Prior work experience in a laboratory setting.
• Experience writing and communicating laboratory procedures and results in a professional setting.
• Ability to engage, connect and work with diverse student, administrative, and faculty populations and provide a commitment to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in an educational setting.
• Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This is a full-time, permanent position. Other rights, terms, and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #497265 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references.
This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on March 26, 2023.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.
Advertised: Feb 24 2023 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Mar 26 2023 Eastern Daylight Time Show more details...
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