Research Associate/Project Coordinator

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Williams College seeks a Research Associate/Project Coordinator as part of its participation in the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation’s Just Futures Initiative. This is a part-time (~15 hours per week), two and a half-year term, grant-funded role that will support both the research and administrative aspects of the collaborative project. Participating partners are Williams College (including the Williams-Mystic Program), Brown University’s Center for the Study of Slavery and Justice (CSSJ), and Connecticut’s Mystic Seaport Museum (MSM). It is expected that the Research Associate will spend time on the Williams main campus in Williamstown, as well as at the Williams-Mystic Program in Connecticut, though may be based primarily in one location or the other.

Titled “Reimagining New England Histories: Historical Injustice, Sovereignty and Freedom,” this Just Futures project aims to tell a different, more complete story of New England and its global connections--past, present, and future. The project will encompass wide-ranging activities, including a multi-partner academic research cluster, curricular coordination, development of a decolonial archive, relationship-building with regional African-American communities and Native American tribal nations, campus programming, and other components. The Research Associate will provide essential assistance in facilitating collaborations and research for all grant-funded opportunities as well as with the design and implementation of programming initiatives. Details about Williams’ participation in this collaboration are available here.

The Research Associate/Project Coordinator will assist with the project responsibilities described below. Depending on the selected candidate’s areas of expertise, the role will evolve to best draw upon specific strengths that will complement others’ roles. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Participating in and supporting ongoing grant-related research
• Convening, planning, and documenting regular meetings of Williams personnel to ensure steady progress toward project goals
• Coordinating communications and updates on the project
• Helping enact processes to ensure equity of access and opportunity for faculty, staff, and students, and ensuring that the project aligns with institutional-level transformations in diversity, equity, and inclusion at the College.
• Contributing to the development of a concrete vision and work plan for the decolonial memory archive
• Conducting research and content writing for targeted parts of exhibition development and/or catalog production, particularly focused on historical content and contexts
• Supporting student summer researchers and programming, including logistics of summer travel and accommodations, and mentoring about project work
• Research-based writing and reporting, as well as grant tracking
  

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree with at least 2+ years experience in academic research; MA- or PhD-level experience highly desirable
Proficiency in G-Suite and remote meeting platforms
Previous experience with large-scale, multi-institution grants
Strong organizational and project management skills
Ability to prioritize multiple requests and perform varied tasks
Excellent attention to detail and communications skills
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact successfully with multiple grant participants
Travel will be required between the campuses, so a valid driver’s license is required

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community and strongly encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

For optimal consideration please submit your cover letter and resume by July 16, 2021. Review of resumes will begin on June 19, 2021 and will continue until the position is filled. Pay range is in the mid $30,000’s annually for the part-time position.


Conditions of Employment

Employment at Williams is contingent on the verification of background information submitted by the applicant, including the completion of a criminal record check, and education when applicable.


Equal Employment Opportunity

Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn and thrive.

Williams is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please feel free to contact us via phone at (413) 597-2681 or email at hr@williams.edu.