Data Analysis and Communications Assistant

Overview

The Janet Quinney Lawson Institute for Land, Water, and Air (ILWA) is seeking a qualified applicant to work as a data analysis and communications assistant for projects undertaken by the institute. This position will be part-time (10-15 hours per week.) ILWA has been tasked by the state of Utah legislature and external funders to complete various analyses on natural resources vital to the state. The assistant will be required to collect and analyze data and write reports on various aspects of research projects.

 

This position is telework eligible within the state of Utah.

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and review data.
• Write reports for audiences such as other students, faculty, media, government policy makers, and the general public.
• Assist with projects for the institute as directed.
• Collaborate with other researchers, staff, students, and USU faculty.
• Develop and administer surveys.
• Conduct interviews and collect site-specific data for natural resources.
• Contribute to the institute’s social media posts, the website, and publications for the institute.
• Other jobs and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification:

• Current graduate student at USU.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to collect and analyze data.
• Ability to conduct and manage research projects.
• Experience with overseeing student researchers and assisting undergraduate students.
• Ability to work with others on a team.
• Effective problem solving skills.
• Good time management skills and dependability for completing tasks with hard deadlines.
• Presentation skills for events such as summits, research symposiums, or poster presentations.

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV” 

Writing Sample(s) to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10” 

Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application  

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary

$17.00 per hour

ADA

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.  The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. 

College/Department Highlights

The Janet Quinney Lawson Institute for Land, Water, and Air is a major interdisciplinary initiative designed to stitch together two critical discussion spaces—land, water, and air research programs and state, county, and city governments—in order to create positive results for Utah. As Utah’s land-grant institution, Utah State is uniquely connected to our state’s landscapes. We’re woven in the fabric of our statewide urban and rural communities. With an unparalleled combination of local expertise and world-renowned discovery, ILWA provides critical context to Utah’s most pressing issues.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant and space-grant university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion. USU serves approximately 27,500 students throughout the state at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online has served students from all 50 states and 55 countries for over 25 years, and USU Extension provides outreach and service to all counties in Utah.  

 

As a land-grant university, USU engages communities and empowers people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. As an R1 research institution, USU provides a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price. Washington Monthly has consistently ranked USU in the top 10 among public universities for contribution to social mobility, research, and public service.  

 

Utah State is committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where different perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Learn more about USU. 

 

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