LandPKS Research & Communications Coordinator

Job Summary

The Department of Silc at the University of Colorado Boulder encourages applications for a LandPKS Research & Communications Coordinator!
The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

SILC develops the knowledge, capacity, partnerships, technology, and diverse workforce to accelerate the transition to a more sustainable world and educates the next generation of researchers, communicators, and innovators who will lead this change. SILC supports scholars and students engaged in impact-focused research, education, and service in order to improve the success and sustainability of human activities.

SILC is an interdisciplinary and solution-focused center that supports diverse projects and educational programs linked by a common focus on issues in sustainability and the environment. SILC’s impact-focused research includes engineering, physical and natural sciences, social science, social justice, psychology, humanities, business, law, computer science, and other fields. Check out Our Work to learn more about our current initiatives and collaborations.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Manage research project, including experimental design, laboratory implementation, statistics, and publication efforts.
• Revise manuscript and handle publication resubmission.
• Support training materials development and website maintenance.
• Assist with virtual and/or onsite outreach and training.
• Support LandPKS outreach and communication efforts as time permits.
• Support UNCCD research efforts as time permits.

What You Should Know

• This will be a 20-hours per week (0.5 FTE) position.
• This position reports to the SILC Director (Jason Neff)
• This position allows for hybrid work but will require some in-person work on campus.
• The position is housed within CU’s Sustainability Innovation Lab at Colorado (SILC) and is also affiliated with the USDA-ARS Jornada Research Unit in Las Cruces, NM.
• All University of Colorado Boulder employees are required to align with the campus COVID-19 vaccine requirement . New employees must provide proof of vaccination or receive a medical or religious exemption within 30 days of employment.

What We Can Offer

The salary range for this position is $61,000-$65,000 per year.

Benefits
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder .

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What We Require

• A Bachelor's Degree.
• At least four years of post-undergraduate experience in administration and/or communication.
• Experience on research projects.
• Experience with training content development.

What You Will Need

• Ability to collaborate with a diverse team.
• Outstanding communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to create promotional and marketing materials.
• Excellent project administration skills with the ability to coordinate, organize, and focus on multi-tasks in an effective manner.
• Creative problem solver with strong critical thinking skills.
• Highly detail-oriented with strong ability to work with other team members toward a common goal.
• Ability to work independently to accomplish tasks and objectives.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to synthesize information in a clear and concise manner, both verbally and in writing.

What We Would Like You To Have

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with an emphasis or interest in natural resources or science and technology communication.
• Prior experience in website content maintenance using WordPress or similar.
• Excellent communication and marketing skills including ability and prior experience in crafting communication materials.
• Creative and design-oriented.
• Willingness to work in a technical environment.
• Sensitivity to and appreciation of cultural, political and geographical differences, with ability to work well with others, both locally and globally.
• Farming, ranching or gardening experience, or experience working directly with farmers or ranchers in the US or internationally.
• Foreign language proficiency.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. A current resume.
2. A cover letter that specifically addresses how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications and responsibilities of the position.

You will not be asked to upload references at this time.

Please apply by 6/30/2022 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs .

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu