AY26-27 Student Action Team, Biology (WS-ST3)

Job Title: Natural Science and Mathematics Student Action Team Member

Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt)

Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057

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Department Name: Biology

Unit Number (5 digits): 41005

Length of Position: See Employment Authorization  

Contact Person/Supervisor: Department AAA 

Wage Range: $11.75-12.75/hour

Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position): 

The Natural Science and Mathematics Student Action Team Member works under the supervision of a faculty member with supervision from the Associate Dean of the FNSM. Students in these positions will be part of a team that examines practices in the Natural Science and Mathematics Departments and considers strategies that may result in practices that are more inclusive and equitable. Team members may be expected to explore existing research on inclusive STEM practices and explore student’s experiences as STEM majors at St. Olaf by surveying students and leading focus groups. Student Action Team Members will then be expected to effectively summarize their findings in writing and to periodically give presentations to small groups of faculty, staff and students.

Transferable Skills: 

⚫ Research/Quantitative

⚫ Motivation/Leadership

⚫ Problem Solve

⚫ Communication

⚫ Organization/Planning

Duties and Responsibilities:

⚫Attend regular meetings

⚫Examine previous research and establish research priorities 

⚫Conduct surveys and focus groups 

⚫Summarize findings and communicate results

⚫ Understand/maintain confidentiality 

Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills) 

⚫ Academic Leadership

⚫ Ablility to work with minimal supervision

⚫ Strong verbal and written communication skills  

⚫Ability to maintain confidentiality

⚫ Dependable and punctual

This job description is for general information purposes.  It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position.  This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.