Student Grader; Fall - College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences

Student Grader (Fall 2025) – College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences

University of Alaska | Posted Feb 23 | Full‑time | Negotiable | Unknown

Are you a graduate (or an advanced undergraduate) student, with a solid background in fisheries and/or ocean sciences, and interested in academic work? Consider joining the College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences (CFOS) as a grader. CFOS is looking for student graders to assist instructors teaching high‑enrollment CFOS courses (FISH, MBI, OCN courses). In this role, you will work directly with faculty to assist with assignment grading and managing discussion boards.

To thrive in this role, you will have the ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally, grade assignments in a timely manner using rubrics provided by the instructor, and manage discussion boards promptly, thoughtfully and professionally. Specific training, including FERPA, is required for all graders.

• This is a student position requiring good standing at the University of Alaska, enrollment in a minimum of 6 credits during the semester in which grading takes place.
• Graduate graders must have a solid background in the subject of the class they are grading. Undergraduate graders must have earned an A (or B with instructor approval) in the course they are grading or in a relevant higher‑level course.
• Use online collaboration tools.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Complete UA Tier 1 Required Training within 2 weeks of the hiring date and complete FERPA training before the first day of grading (time spent in training is compensated).
• Log hours during each pay period in UA Online.

This position is a part‑time (maximum 20 hrs/week), Student Assistant 2 and located on the UAF Troth Yeddha campus in Fairbanks. We will consider students located at other UA campuses (i.e., Juneau, Anchorage, Seward, etc.) if the applicant has the relevant experience. Pay depends on academic experience and adheres to the student union contract agreement ($18.50 for undergraduates, $24.50 for master students, $29 for PhD students).

Please attach a resume, unofficial transcripts, a reference from your graduate student advisor (undergraduates applying for the position do not need an advisor recommendation), and the names and contact information for three (3) professional references with your application. This is a pooled position and applications are reviewed as needed. Submission of an application does not guarantee review or a job offer.

Ana Aguilar‑Islas, CFOS Associate Dean for Academic Programs – amaguilarislas (907) 474‑1524

Christina Sutton, CFOS Academic Program Manager – clsutton3 (907) 474‑5840

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 UA Human Resources at 907‑450‑8200.

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.

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All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaging in university business.