Association for Institutional Research (AIR)
Postdoctoral Scholar - ARCTICenter
Association for Institutional Research (AIR), Iowa, Louisiana, United States, 70647
Postdoctoral Scholar - ARCTICenter
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Application Procedure
Resume
Application Instructions: All application materials received by November 14, 2025, will be given full consideration. To apply, click “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached: Resume, Cover Letter.
Ensure all required materials are uploaded before submitting. For questions, email careers-support@uni.edu or call 319-273-2422.
Job Duties
Assists with direction and implementation of research projects and other programmatic activities at the ARCTICenter with focus on community sustainability, adaptation and development (e.g., fisheries, tourism, Indigenous economies, subsistence, etc.) in the Arctic (with the focus on Alaska).
Pursues individual research in social and sustainability sciences and/or disciplinary scholarship; conducts applied and methodological research (quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods) in a highly collaborative setting.
Collaborates with researchers from other institutions and participates in NSF grant activities; receives training and assists with report and proposal writing; attends ARCTICenter meetings and participates in other departmental activities as appropriate.
Trains and supervises graduate and undergraduate-level students.
Job Qualifications
Doctoral or equivalent degree in geography, political science, planning, economics, sociology, demography, anthropology, public policy, indigenous studies or related field required. ABD and fall 2025 graduates will be considered.
Demonstrated knowledge of Arctic regions or other remote and peripheral areas; experience with quantitative and/or qualitative methods required.
Experience with Indigenous communities preferred. Student experience will be considered.
This position is primarily based in Iowa; remote work from Alaska may be considered. Employees approved for remote work must comply with remote work policy.
Expected to continue for 24 months pending availability of funds.
Institution Description UNi at a Glance: Founded 1876; Location: Cedar Falls, IA; Enrollment: >9,000 students; School colors: Purple & Gold.
University of Northern Iowa is a public university offering over 90 degree programs, focusing on teacher education and advanced programs across multiple disciplines. The campus offers a vibrant community with numerous opportunities.
Benefits The University offers vacation plan, employer-sponsored retirement plans, health and dental insurance, life and disability insurance. Benefits details at https://careers.uni.edu/benefits.
UNI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics.
Seniority Level Internship
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industry Non-profit Organizations
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Application Procedure
Resume
Application Instructions: All application materials received by November 14, 2025, will be given full consideration. To apply, click “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached: Resume, Cover Letter.
Ensure all required materials are uploaded before submitting. For questions, email careers-support@uni.edu or call 319-273-2422.
Job Duties
Assists with direction and implementation of research projects and other programmatic activities at the ARCTICenter with focus on community sustainability, adaptation and development (e.g., fisheries, tourism, Indigenous economies, subsistence, etc.) in the Arctic (with the focus on Alaska).
Pursues individual research in social and sustainability sciences and/or disciplinary scholarship; conducts applied and methodological research (quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods) in a highly collaborative setting.
Collaborates with researchers from other institutions and participates in NSF grant activities; receives training and assists with report and proposal writing; attends ARCTICenter meetings and participates in other departmental activities as appropriate.
Trains and supervises graduate and undergraduate-level students.
Job Qualifications
Doctoral or equivalent degree in geography, political science, planning, economics, sociology, demography, anthropology, public policy, indigenous studies or related field required. ABD and fall 2025 graduates will be considered.
Demonstrated knowledge of Arctic regions or other remote and peripheral areas; experience with quantitative and/or qualitative methods required.
Experience with Indigenous communities preferred. Student experience will be considered.
This position is primarily based in Iowa; remote work from Alaska may be considered. Employees approved for remote work must comply with remote work policy.
Expected to continue for 24 months pending availability of funds.
Institution Description UNi at a Glance: Founded 1876; Location: Cedar Falls, IA; Enrollment: >9,000 students; School colors: Purple & Gold.
University of Northern Iowa is a public university offering over 90 degree programs, focusing on teacher education and advanced programs across multiple disciplines. The campus offers a vibrant community with numerous opportunities.
Benefits The University offers vacation plan, employer-sponsored retirement plans, health and dental insurance, life and disability insurance. Benefits details at https://careers.uni.edu/benefits.
UNI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics.
Seniority Level Internship
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industry Non-profit Organizations
#J-18808-Ljbffr