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Position Summary
The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) currently consists of 16 attorneys working collaboratively to provide a full range of legal services to Columbia University. &nbsp;OGC is seeking an attorney to work primarily on employment related issues in connection with Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC).&nbsp; CUIMC is one of the nation’s largest academic medical centers, and includes the Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, School of Dental Medicine, Mailman School of Public Health and School of Nursing. &nbsp;Experience in employment law is required. The ideal candidate would also have experience in a university or hospital setting or background in healthcare law. &nbsp;The Assistant/Associate title and salary will be commensurate with level of relevant experience.
Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Provide advice and counsel to the General Counsel and CUIMC clients on a wide range of faculty and other employee matters; Be responsible for employment related litigation and pre-litigation matters including: Support internal investigations and audits, Review and answer/direct subpoenas, and Participate in, oversee and provide guidance on mediation, arbitration, grievances and disciplinary actions, and collective bargaining;</li>
</ul>
Develop litigation strategy and oversee outside counsel in litigation matters; Respond to inquiries on regulatory matters and advise on and support compliance activities; Develop, draft and interpret University policies including those related to CUIMC’s faculty and staﬀ; Prepare documents and review/negotiate agreements; and Support all University related legal efforts as needed.
Minimum Qualifications &amp; Skills
Education:
A Juris Doctor degree from a nationally recognized law school with excellent academic credentials in law school and in undergraduate studies.
Required:
<ul>
<li>Five plus years of practice experience at law ﬁrm, government agency and/or in-house experience in advising and counseling clients with employment matters (Assistant/Associate title will be commensurate with level of relevant experience); Higher Education, academic medical center, hospital and/or other in-house experience a plus; Knowledge of relevant federal, state and local employment law and familiarity in all areas of EEO and employment-related compliance regimes a plus;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to analyze complex situations and react appropriately; Ability to exercise sound judgment after researching and interpreting relevant facts; Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines; Ability to supervise outside counsel in a cost-eﬀective manner; Ability to work with minimal supervision and to handle multiple high priority tasks simultaneously; Excellent drafting skills; Conﬁdence and judgment necessary to act pragmatically; High level of intellectual curiosity; Ability and desire to function collaboratively; Openness to growth and learning in a team environment, consistent with the goals and principles that guide the General Counsel’s Oﬃce; Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate easily with colleagues and internal clients; and Must be admitted to the New York State Bar or admitted within one year of hire.</li>
</ul>

Associate General Counsel (CUIMC)

Position Summary
The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) currently consists of 16 attorneys working collaboratively to provide a full range of legal services to Columbia University.&nbsp; OGC is seeking an attorney with corporate and/or transactional experience to work on a range matters of including:&nbsp; business matters, contract review, litigation, labor and employment, copyright, property acquisitions, student and faculty issues, and tax, among others. Although the role will be generalist in nature, it will focus on contracts/transactional matters at the outset and may be adjusted based on the experience/skills of the successful candidate and needs of the organization. The Assistant/Associate title and salary will be commensurate with level of relevant experience.
Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Provide advice and counsel to internal clients, including University leadership, on a wide variety of issues of critical importance to the University;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Draft, negotiate, and/or review a variety of contracts related to topics such as online educational platforms and executive education, educational collaboration and affiliation agreements, and MOUs; Monitor legal issues and trends affecting higher education; analyze relevant research, trends, and proposed regulations to make recommendations on matters affecting institutions of higher learning; Develop, draft and interpret University policies; counsel on issues of policy formation and application; Respond to complaints, demands, subpoenas and regulatory inquiries directed to the University; Conduct and/or oversee and support internal investigations; Manage outside counsel on certain litigation, investigations and audits; Work independently on routine legal matters while recognizing issues of institutional importance, taking proactive steps to resolve issues while keeping the General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel and internal clients appropriately informed; Effectively communicate to clients by clearly explaining practical solutions for addressing problems, appropriately balancing legal considerations with institutional programmatic and policy objectives; and Support all University related legal eﬀorts as needed.</li>
</ul>
Minimum Qualifications &amp; Skills
Education: A Juris Doctor degree from a nationally recognized law school with excellent academic credentials in law school and in undergraduate studies.
Required:
<ul>
<li>Five plus years of practice experience at law ﬁrm, government agency and/or in-house experience in advising and counseling clients (Assistant/Associate title will be commensurate with level of relevant experience); Higher Education, government agency and/or other in-house experience a plus; Ability to analyze complex situations and react appropriately; Ability to exercise sound judgment after researching and interpreting relevant facts; Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines; Ability to supervise outside counsel in a cost-eﬀective manner; Ability to work with minimal supervision and to handle multiple high priority tasks simultaneously Excellent drafting skills; Conﬁdence and judgment necessary to act pragmatically; High level of intellectual curiosity; Ability and desire to function collaboratively; Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate easily with colleagues and internal clients; and Must be admitted to the New York State Bar or admitted within one year of hire.</li>
</ul>

Associate General Counsel

International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) is a leader in the University of Minnesota’s goal to be a top global learning environment for all its students and scholars.&nbsp; The Associate Director of Student Advising and Counseling leads the ISSS student advising and counseling staff that provide student immigration advising, several engagement programs, crisis management, funding, academic and personal counseling, an international student and scholar tax program, and the issuance of initial and subsequent student documents. The Associate Director mentors and supports the professional development and success of the advising and counseling staff. The Associate Director is the Principal Designated School Official, providing leadership and consultation for staff, campus departments, and system campuses on complex international student matters. The Associate Director is a member of the ISSS leadership team and with others on the leadership team, serves as the Director in absence of the Assistant Dean/Director of ISSS. ISSS is a comprehensive unit that includes both student and scholar services as well as recruitment of international undergraduates, sponsored students, incoming exchanges, and student engagement and intercultural initiatives. We have a holistic approach to working with students, providing, for example, engagement opportunities, support for transition to the U of M, and academic and personal counseling.
 The Associate Director currently has 3 direct reports and 9 additional staff members. The Associate Director will determine, in consultation with the ISSS Director and Leadership Team, the appropriate balance of advising, counseling, and engagement opportunities within Student Advising and Counseling.

Associate Director of Student Advising and Counseling

Southeastern Louisiana University's Department of English invites applications for the position of Instructor. Duties include teaching courses in composition, introductory literature, and other courses as assigned; plus professional development and service activities for the department and university. Duties may include teaching composition in a remote-learning dual enrollment program with high schools, involving occasional travel to schools. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Master's degree in English; or in a related field with at least 18 graduate hours in English Experience in teaching writing at the college/university level Valid Louisiana Driver's License and the ability to successfully complete the Southeastern Driver Safety Course REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Cover Letter Resume/Vita Copies of Transcripts (Only an unofficial transcript for the Highest degree is required at application. Official transcripts for all degrees will be required upon employment)
Posting Close Date: August 2, 2023
Please Note: &nbsp;Applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 p.m. on the posting close date to ensure consideration.
How to Apply:
Click on the Apply button and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future vacancies. Any required documents should be attached under the Resume/CV section of your application. If all required documents are not attached you will NOT be considered.

Instructor

Director of the Center for Diversity and Inclusion
Franklin College is seeking to fill a Director of the Center for Diversity and Inclusion for the Student Development Department. This is a full-time, salary-exempt, 12-month position that is expected to work 39 hours per week reporting to the Vice President for Student Development and Dean of Students. The Director provides support to under-represented populations and education to all students, including the majority population, in an effort to increase knowledge, understanding, and skills related to diversity. The Director will place emphasis on encouraging students to engage across differences, develop a global perspective, and advocate for a just society. The Director is highly engaged in the recruitment and retention of under-represented populations, including international students. Located approximately 30 minutes from culturally rich downtown Indianapolis, Franklin College is a private, four-year liberal arts and sciences college.&nbsp;
RESPONSIBILITIES
<ul>
<li>Serve as an advocate for and resource to students from under-represented populations, including international students; Develop and implement programming and initiatives to educate the student body, including majority students, on issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion; Serve as the Advisor to affiliated student organizations (e.g. Black Student Union); Supervise the Assistant Director of the Center for Diversity &amp; Inclusion; Assist in the recruitment and retention of underrepresented populations, including international students; Develop and lead student-focused programs and initiatives related to Martin Luther King, Jr. celebration, Heritage Months, Diversity Awards programs, and other diversity celebrations and events; Collaborate with institutional departments, participate in community and alumni initiatives and activities, and serve on institutional and community committees as appropriate and/or requested to represent diversity and inclusion initiatives; Serve on the President’s Council on Diversity &amp; Inclusion; Manages budget for the Center for Diversity and Inclusion;</li>
<li>Other relevant and related duties as needed or assigned.</li>
</ul>
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
The Director reports to the Vice President for Student Development and Dean of Students and is responsible for supervising and providing guidance to the Assistant Director.
REQUIREMENTS
EXPERIENCE:&nbsp; Minimum 3-5 years experience with diversity, equity, and inclusion required; 2 years experience on a college campus or other educational institutions, preferred. Demonstrated success in working with and advocating for students of underrepresented populations and similar success in engaging with majority students to help create a campus culture of inclusivity.
EDUCATION/LICENSING:&nbsp; Master’s degree required in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, College Student Personnel, Education, Psychology, Educational Psychology, or a related field. A combination of a Bachelor’s degree and relevant experience will be considered.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, or ABILITIES:
<ul>
<li>Written communication skills;</li>
<li>Oral communication skills;</li>
<li>Relationship Building/Management with students, faculty/staff, and administration; Event planning and management; Knowledge of best practices related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.</li>
</ul>
Excellent benefits package including health, life, and disability insurance, paid vacation, sick and holiday time, retirement plan, and full tuition benefits for employees and their family. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Qualified candidates should submit electronically (MS Word or PDF) a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references via the application link – <a href="https://franklincollege-ubsru.formstack.com/forms/staff_application" target="_blank">https://franklincollege-ubsru.formstack.com/forms/staff_application</a>
Contact Human Resources with additional questions.
Franklin College
101 Branigin Blvd.
Franklin, IN&nbsp; 46131
<a href="http://www.FranklinCollege.edu" target="_blank">www.FranklinCollege.edu</a>
Franklin College is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and to ensuring that educational and employment decisions are based on individuals’ abilities and qualifications. Consistent with these principles and applicable laws, it is, therefore, the College’s policy not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status as consistent with the Policy on Prohibited Discrimination, Harassment, and Related Misconduct. No person, on the basis of protected status, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under any College program or activity, including with respect to employment terms and conditions. Such a policy ensures that only relevant factors are considered and that equitable and consistent standards of conduct and performance are applied.

Director of the Center for Diversity and Inclusion

The University of Washington Department of Anesthesiology &amp; Pain Medicine has an academic anesthesiologist position available at the rank of Assistant Professor at the Center for Pain Relief at University of Washington Medical Center. &nbsp;Assistant Professors are eligible for multi-year appointments that align with a 12-month service period (July 1-June 30). &nbsp;Faculty with 12-month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over a 12-month period (July-June), meaning the equivalent of one month is available for paid time off.&nbsp; Salary and academic appointment at University of Washington will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and academic rank. &nbsp;The base salary range for this position will be $27,500 - $30,000 per month ($330,000 - $360,000 annually), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a US Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. &nbsp;This range is inclusive of base salary provided through the UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan, in addition to base salary provided by the University.&nbsp; Please note that only compensation provided by the University is included in University benefit determinations and calculations. &nbsp;Other compensation associated with this position may include incentive through the UWP practice plan. &nbsp;Compensation provided by the UWP practice plan may provide eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization.&nbsp; For practitioners holding an appointment in the physicians practice plan, see the link for additional benefits that may be available at UWP:&nbsp; <a href="https://faculty.uwmedicine.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/UWP-Benefits-Summary-for-recruitingef-edits-v3.pdf" target="_blank">https://faculty.uwmedicine.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/UWP-Benefits-Summary-for-recruitingef-edits-v3.pdf</a>.&nbsp; The position is without tenure, due to funding and is full-time or part-time, with an anticipated start date as early as January 2024 or thereafter. &nbsp;Duties include providing advanced interventional pain treatment in the setting of comprehensive pain consultation and care to patients across Washington State and the WWAMI region. &nbsp;Care includes non-opioid management, procedures, coordinating behavioral health and psychology/psychiatry, physical therapy, and integrative medicine. &nbsp;In addition, consultation regarding opioid management and limited prescribing of opioids to patients already established in the clinic may be requested. &nbsp;Additional duties also include the teaching of residents, fellows and medical students and supervision of clinical care team.&nbsp; University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research and service.
Qualifications
Must have MD or DO degree (or foreign equivalent) and a minimum of one-year pain medicine fellowship training (or foreign equivalent).&nbsp; Must be Board certified or eligible (or foreign equivalent) in anesthesiology and be eligible for medical licensure in state of Washington.&nbsp; In order to be eligible for University sponsorship for an H-1B visa, graduates of foreign (non-US) medical schools must show successful completion of all three steps of the US Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE), or equivalent as determined by the Secretary of Health and Human Services.
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV and diversity statement to <a href="http://apply.interfolio.com/128770" target="_blank">http://apply.interfolio.com/128770</a>

Assistant Professor WOT (Pain) - Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine

The Assistant Dean for Career Planning and Professional Development provides leadership, management, and direct student and alumni services in the area of career services. This position oversees efforts to support JD students and alumni in obtaining employment, which is a high priority for the law school. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, managing personnel; developing and managing a departmental budget; managing public relations/marketing/outreach to students, employers, and alumni; generating and providing reports on topics such as employment statistics and service usage; and providing strategic, comprehensive programming and direct services to law students and alumni to assist with their career planning and professional development.&nbsp; Service to law students and alumni includes, among others, the following activities: • Providing guidance and counseling for students and alumni. • Providing document review of job application materials for students and alumni. • Serving as instructor of record in required, credit-bearing, first-year Career Exploration course &amp; Professional Planning course. • Administering a variety of workshops and programs. • Providing library and web-based resources, including online job listings and newsletters for students. • Administering mentoring programs that match students with professionals. • Administering interview programs. • Administering alumni/student receptions in major cities in and outside of Oregon as appropriate. The Assistant Dean is a participating member of the law school’s administrative team and will be expected to plan, develop, and implement law school projects, policies, and procedures. The person in this position will be expected to participate in the business and activities of the Oregon State Bar and various professional organizations. The person in this position will be an energetic professional, whose leadership, creativity, vision, and interpersonal talents will enable her/him to articulate a positive, compelling vision for the office and its programs. It is vital that the person in this position be able to enlist others to help create that vision and to form alliances and work-groups of key law school constituents (including students, student groups, faculty, other administrators, and alumni) to carry out the functions of the Center for Career Planning and Professional Development. This is a full-time position that reports to the Associate Dean for Student Affairs/Law School Dean of Students. The University of Oregon is committed to creating a more inclusive and diverse institution and seeks candidates with demonstrated potential to contribute positively to its diverse community.

Assistant Dean for Career Planning

Position Description
The&nbsp;<a href="https://salc.uchicago.edu/" target="_blank">Department of South Asian Languages and Civilizations</a>&nbsp;at the University of Chicago invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor specializing in the study of Islamicate South Asia to begin July 1, 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter. Research expertise may be in any period between the tenth century and 1947, and may focus on any region of South Asia, including Afghanistan.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will demonstrate a wide-ranging familiarity with Islamic textual traditions and be knowledgeable in the cultural history of Islam in the subcontinent. Applicants are expected to have expertise in at least one relevant South Asian language, such as Urdu, and a solid command of Arabic and/or Persian. They will have an active research agenda leading to publication in leading venues in their area of specialization, be able to teach undergraduate and graduate level classes in English, and to teach advanced reading classes in their language(s) of expertise. Candidates must have completed all requirements for receipt of a PhD in a relevant field by the start date of the appointment.
Application Instructions
Application materials must include:
<ul>
<li>a cover letter a curriculum vitae a research statement a teaching statement a writing sample (article/dissertation or book chapter) the names and contact information for three recommenders</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;To apply for this position, please submit your application through the University of Chicago’s Academic Recruitment website at&nbsp;<a href="http://apply.interfolio.com/129027" target="_blank">http://apply.interfolio.com/129027</a>.&nbsp;All applicant materials must be received by&nbsp;11pm Central Time/Midnight Eastern Time on&nbsp;October 25, 2023.&nbsp;For questions about the position, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:salc@uchicago.edu" target="_blank">salc@uchicago.edu</a>. Position contingent on final budgetary approval.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All University departments and institutes are charged with building a faculty from a diversity of backgrounds and with diverse viewpoints; with cultivating an inclusive community that values freedom of expression; and with welcoming and supporting all their members.
We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages diverse perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.&nbsp;The University’s Statements on Diversity are at&nbsp;<a href="https://provost.uchicago.edu/statements-diversity" target="_blank">https://provost.uchicago.edu/statements-diversity</a>.
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.uchicago.edu/about/non_discrimination_statement/" target="_blank">Notice of Nondiscrimination</a>.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:equalopportunity@uchicago.edu" target="_blank">equalopportunity@uchicago.edu</a>&nbsp;with their request.

Assistant Professor in Islamicate South Asia

TITLE: State Specialist for Disaster Education&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
DEPARTMENT: Community Resource Development (CRD)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
REPORTS TO: Assistant Extension Administrator
EFFECTIVE DATE: The position will remain open until filled
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-Time&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

PRINCIPAL PURPOSE OF JOB: Disaster Educator plays a vital role in providing education and resources related to disaster preparedness, response, and recovery to the community. This position is responsible for developing and delivering educational programs and materials to increase community resilience and ensure individuals, families, and communities are better prepared to handle natural or man-made disasters. The specialist will work closely with county extension offices, emergency management agencies, and community organizations to coordinate and implement disaster education initiatives.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Conduct needs assessments to identify community disaster preparedness gaps and priorities.</li>
<li>Design, develop, and deliver educational programs and workshops related to disaster preparedness, response, and recovery.</li>
<li>Utilize various teaching methods, including in-person training, webinars, workshops, and multimedia resources, to effectively communicate with diverse audiences.</li>
<li>Collaborate with other extension specialists and subject matter experts to incorporate relevant information and best practices into educational materials that extension staff may implement or utilize for programming.</li>
<li>Create and curate educational resources, fact sheets, guides, and instructional materials related to disaster preparedness and recovery.</li>
<li>Stay updated on emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in disaster education and incorporate them into resource development.</li>
<li>Ensure all educational materials and resources are accurate, evidence-based, and accessible to diverse audiences, including individuals with disabilities and non-English speakers.</li>
<li>Develop and implement evaluation tools and methodologies to measure the impact and effectiveness of disaster education programs.</li>
<li>Collect and analyze data to assess program outcomes and identify areas for improvement.</li>
<li>Prepare regular reports and documentation of program activities, including participation numbers, success stories, and recommendations for future enhancements.</li>
<li>Coordinate and work with extension staff, nutrition expertise, and other external personal to respond to emergency food allocation and distribution (utilizing mobile nutrition kitchen) to assist survivors</li>
<li>Partner with other disaster educators across the state to support disaster initiatives and programming</li>
</ul>
OTHER DUTIES:&nbsp;The position will conduct other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS: &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>A master’s degree in a relevant field such as emergency management, disaster management, education, or a related discipline.</li>
<li>Experience in disaster education, emergency management, or related fields is highly desirable.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of disaster preparedness, response, and recovery strategies, including hazard mitigation, community resilience, and post-disaster rebuilding.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to effectively convey complex information to diverse audiences.</li>
<li>Experience in curriculum development, instructional design, and resource creation for educational programs.</li>
<li>Proficient in using technology and multimedia tools for developing educational materials and delivering presentations.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently, as well as collaborate and build partnerships with community stakeholders and organizations.</li>
<li>Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.</li>
<li>Familiarity with extension programs and the Cooperative Extension System is a plus.</li>
</ul>
Licensing and Certifications: None
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
<ul>
<li>Strong interpersonal skills, creativity, technological skills, and attention to detail, are important qualities of a skilled program development facilitator.</li>
<li>Evidence of demonstrated experience in program planning, implementation, and evaluation.</li>
<li>Ability to interact and gain support from constituencies outside the university such as business and industry, state and federal agencies and non-profit and private foundations.</li>
<li>Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials.</li>
<li>Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.</li>
<li>Word processing and/or data entry skills.</li>
<li>Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information.</li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.</li>
<li>Ability to maintain calendars and schedule appointments.</li>
<li>Organizing and coordinating skills</li>
<li>Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.</li>
<li>Ability to perform simple accounting procedures. Skill in the use of operating basic office equipment.</li>
</ul>
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.</li>
<li>No or very limited physical effort required.</li>
<li>No or very limited exposure to physical risk.</li>
</ul>
The College of Agriculture, Community, and the Sciences strives for inclusive excellence and is interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to this effort through their research, teaching, and/or Extension programs.
KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform.

State Specialist for Disaster Education

TITLE: RESEARCH ASSISTANT
DEPARTMENT: College of Agriculture, Community and the Sciences
EFFECTIVE DATE: Position will Remain Open until Filled&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;
EMPLOYMENT STATUS:&nbsp;&nbsp; Full-Time&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: &nbsp;Non-Exempt
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. 

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY:
Under general supervision, conducts investigative research, laboratory research, and farm maintenance
requiring the application and analysis of standard tests, procedures, and abilities as defined by a particular
project.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Maintain a laboratory notebook with accurate, reliable, and complete records.</li>
<li>Drive University/State vehicles Assists other research staff by performing standard designated procedures associated with experiments and/or projects.</li>
<li>Perform laboratory experiments in a field of agricultural/scientific research.</li>
<li>Analyze data from experiments; prepares graphics and text for presentation and publication.</li>
<li>Review up-to-date scientific literature extracting information relevant to ongoing, proposed, or possible research projects.</li>
<li>May assist in developing written progress reports. Apply appropriate quality controls to ensure validity and reliability of results; identify results which exceed recommended or desired tolerances.</li>
<li>Train student employees, graduate students and new research assistants in laboratory techniques and safety procedures; assists in coordinating work activities.</li>
<li>Maintain records as required.</li>
<li>Assist in maintenance of greenhouse, agricultural fields, etc.</li>
<li>Maintain inventory and maintain the laboratory in a clean and orderly manner.</li>
<li>Perform miscellaneous job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned.</li>
</ul>
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in Science, Agriculture or a related field; 1-2 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
<ul>
<li>Experience with planting and farm work.</li>
<li>Knowledge of scientific literature search processes and procedures.</li>
<li>Knowledge of research techniques, methods and procedures</li>
<li>Knowledge of data interpretation and analysis methods and techniques.</li>
<li>Knowledge of industry and government standards regarding laboratory techniques and safe&nbsp;handling of hazardous materials.</li>
<li>Knowledge of data presentation and organization methods and techniques.</li>
<li>Ability to interpret experimental data accurately.</li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.</li>
<li>Ability to maintain concise and accurate records.</li>
<li>Ability to understand and write highly technical data.</li>
<li>Ability to operate and maintain laboratory equipment.</li>
<li>Ability to perform experiments. Ability to set up laboratory experiments.</li>
<li>Ability to work within the guidelines of specific projects to gather and interpret experimental data.</li>
</ul>
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
<ul>
<li>Physical activity related to farming.</li>
<li>Requires handling of farming objects and equipment.</li>
<li>May involve standing and/or walking up to four (4) hours per day.</li>
<li>Must be able to work outside in Hot and Cold.</li>
<li>Laboratory environment; may have regular exposure to biological, radiation, chemical, and&nbsp;mechanical hazards, vapors, fumes, and temperature variations.</li>
<li>Some positions may include regular exposure to hazards associated with research animals.</li>
</ul>
KENTUCKY STATE UNVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform.
KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform. The College of Agriculture, Community, and the Sciences strives for inclusive excellence and is interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to this effort through their research, teaching, and/or Extension programs.
KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform. The College of Agriculture, Community, and the Sciences strives for inclusive excellence and is interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to this effort through their research, teaching, and/or Extension programs.

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