University of Utah
Hourly Research Assistant
🇺🇸 Salt Lake City, UT
🕑 Part-Time
💰 $32 per Hour
💻 Research
🗓️ June 6th, 2025
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- Build relationships with tribal communities and campus partners.
- Assist with planning and hosting Native student support events.
- Research and data analysis for program development.
- High School Diploma required; some college preferred.
- Experience with Native American communities preferred.
- Pay rate is $32.00 per hour.
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Requisition Number | PRN15923N
Job Title | Hourly Research Assistant
Working Title | Research Assistant
Job Grade | B
FLSA Code | Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code? | No
Type | Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary? | Yes
Standard Hours per Week | 29
Full Time or Part Time? | Part Time
Shift | Variable
Work Schedule Summary | Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Is this a work study job? | No
VP Area | President
Department | 02339 - Native Excellence & Tribal Eng
Location | Campus
City | Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment | External Posting
Pay Rate Range | 32.00
Close Date | 08/05/2025
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) |
Job Summary | The Center for Native Excellence & Tribal Engagement (NETE) at the University of Utah is hiring a part-time Research Assistant. This position will work closely with tribal communities, support campus and community events, and assist with research that informs partnerships and programming.
Responsibilities | Help build relationships with tribal communities and campus partners. Assist with planning and hosting events that support Native students and sustainability. Support efforts that reflect Native cultures and strengthen community ties. Help identify needs and strengths of Native students and tribal communities. Assist with creating and using tools like surveys and interviews to gather information. Work with students, tribal members, and campus partners throughout the process. Help review and summarize data to find key takeaways. Assist with writing a summary of findings and suggestions for next steps. Track progress and participation in community events and student programs.
Minimum Qualifications | Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent required; some college preferred Experience working with Native American communities or similar settings Basic understanding of Native cultures, histories, and current issues Strong communication and organizational skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Preferences | Experience working with Native American communities or similar settings. Basic knowledge of Native cultures, histories, and current issues. Experience with research or outreach work. Good communication and organizational skills. Able to work both independently and with a team.
Special Instructions Summary |
Additional Information | The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Description for More Information – Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) – Veteran Only
- Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Document Description for More Information – Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu
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