Research and Development Engineer jobs in Fairbanks, AK

This position will be responsible for working on projects that increase interest in STEM learning and local STEM jobs for rural Alaska Native students. Facilitate community engagement in the development of learning resources and experiences that draw on the collective wisdom of generations and the need to maintain traditional living in a rapidly changing environment.

Associate's degree in a relevant field and one year experience in a field relevant to the research or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

This is a part-time, 9-month, temporary staff position. New hires will be placed on the UA temporary salary schedule, Grade 77, based on education and experience.

Please note the following regions have a geographic differential that will be incorporated into the final salary amount:

• Bethel (38%)
• Dillingham, Aleutian Islands, Adak, Sand Point, Bristol Bay (27%)
• Additional locations might have applicable geographic differential and the appropriate hiring authority will discuss this upon a request to offer.

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three (3) professional references with your application.

This is a pooled position, which means that the position remains open over the entire academic year and applications will be reviewed on an as needed basis. 

*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 AA/EO employer and educational institution 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 Annastasia Craddick, CRCD HR Coordinator, at uaf-crcd-hr-dept@alaska.edu or (907)474-6569.