FYStudent Assistant - Geophysical Institute; GI

If you are a UA student looking for a valuable learning and employment opportunity, please consider applying to the Geophysical Institute (GI) Student Assistant pool. Multiple departments within the GI may be hiring from this pool during the year, and duties assigned will vary depending on the specific department’s needs.

Applicants will be reviewed on an as-needed basis by various departments during the year. By submitting your application to this job posting, you should understand that there is no guarantee your application will be reviewed or selected by a department.

The Geophysical Institute is a research-focused organization at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. We value collaboration, accountability, and the exchange of ideas, and we foster a respectful and welcoming environment. We are committed to serving Alaska and Alaskans with strong applied science. Career growth and professional development are expected and encouraged.

As a public, regional, comprehensive university, UAF welcomes applications from individuals with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.

• As the first point of contact, the student must exhibit a high degree of professionalism.
• Must communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Must be comfortable speaking to a variety of audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Competency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to prioritize and use good judgement.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of maintaining databases.
• High degree of independence and problem-solving ability required.

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Applicant should be enrolled as a UA student in a minimum of 6 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0, or a newly enrolled student.

This position is located on the UA Fairbanks campus in Fairbanks, Alaska. New hires will be placed on the Undergraduate Student Pay Scale based on education and experience.

Student Salary Table

This is a pooled position and applications are reviewed as needed. Submission of an application does not guarantee review or a job offer.

If you need assistance applying to this posting, please contact GI - Office of Human Resources at  or at uaf-gi-hr.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the ADA team at ua-ada.

The University of Alaska is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.