Resilience Planning and Evaluation Student Research Assistant; Student Wage

The Institute for Engagement + Negotiation (IEN) is hiring a Student Research Assistant (SRA) to support a portfolio of projects focused on coastal resilience, community engagement, and Tribal partnership development in the Middle Peninsula of Virginia. Projects include the Guinea Marsh Resilience & Innovation for Tidal Wetlands (GRIT) project and the Fight the Flood program evaluation. The SRA will gain hands‑on experience designing and implementing stakeholder and Tribal Nation engagement processes, contributing to applied resilience planning and policy research, and conducting research.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Experience with note‑taking and synthesis
• Strong organizational skills

• Experience supporting workshops or public engagement
• Interest or experience in Tribal engagement or resilience planning
• Experience with qualitative research methods
• Familiarity with Qualtrics, Canva and/or Adobe Suite

Remainder of Fall 2026 semester, with opportunity to continue over winter break and/or into Spring 2027 semester based on performance and fit.

10-12 hours per week; additional hours possible during key workshops and events.

This position is open to all UVA students, including federal work‑study eligible students; however, graduate students are preferred. Pay Rate:
Undergrads: $17 Graduate Students $19-$21.

Resume and cover letter required.

Current UVA student, graduate student preferred.

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All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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You may direct questions related to this position to Kelly Altizer ( kim5f).