IANRE Science Writer

The Institute of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Extension supports UAF’s land grant mission through research at the Agriculture and Forestry Experiment Station, outreach and training through the Cooperative Extension Service and training through the Mining and Petroleum Training Service. This position will work closely with the communications manager and team to ensure IANRE researcher’s work is leveraged at the campus, state and national levels, and to bring that work into context for external groups. IANRE serves staff and researchers across the state of Alaska, making both in person and remote collaboration necessary.

Successful candidates should be comfortable working with scientists, researchers and others to understand complex ideas and translate those ideas into messaging for multiple audiences. Candidates with a demonstrated interest in food systems and food security, and a desire to work independently in a creative atmosphere are encouraged to apply. This is a new position funded through philanthropic support with lots of room for a self-motivated and creative candidate to set the direction of the work and contribute to statewide efforts to inform and strengthen food systems in Alaska.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications or related field and two years relevant experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Position Details:

This position is located on the Troth Yeddha’ campus in Fairbanks Alaska. This is a full-time, term-funded, non-exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package . UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA staff salary schedule , Grade 78, based on education and experience.

Applications will be accepted for review on March 06, 2024, to ensure consideration, please apply by 11:55 PM, Alaska Standard Time on DAY BEFORE REVIEW DATE March 5, 2024.

This position is a term-funded position and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University’s discretion.

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.  Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

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 by phone at 907-450-8200.

UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination .

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.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Kenna Metivier, Signers’ Business Office Assistant HR Manager at [email protected] or 907-474-1847