Sustainable Food Collaborative (SFC) Student Research Assistant (Student Wage)

The University of Virginia's College at Wise; United States; Hybrid; USD 23,419 - 28,929; Part time

Job summary

The University of Virginia's College at Wise is looking for students to support project teams by attending meetings, leading discussions, and maintaining organizational tasks. This role is open to all UVA students, with a preference for graduate students.

Event support, marketing coordination, and website updates are part of the responsibilities. Pay rates range from $17/hour for undergraduates to $19–$21/hour for graduate students, with work hours of 10–15 hours per week during the academic year.

Qualifications

• Open to all UVA students; graduate students are preferred.
• No required experience; licensure required: None.

Responsibilities

• Attend and support project team meetings and workshops through notetaking and communication.
• Lead small group discussions and meetings.
• Maintain file organization for the Sustainable Food Collaborative and update the website.

Job description

Responsibilities

• Attend and support project team meetings and workshops through notetaking, preparation of materials, meeting scheduling, and communications.
• Lead small group discussions and meetings.
• Communicate with members about upcoming events and support and track work groups and their goals.
• Work with project leads and partners on developing, coordinating, and supporting marketing for relevant events.
• Maintain file organization for the Sustainable Food Collaborative; update the website and social media posts; provide support for members as needed.
• Support SFC interns and other IEN projects in similar capacities.

Qualifications

• Open to all UVA students; graduate students are preferred.
• None required experience; licensure required: None.
• Work is partially remote, with occasional on‑site meetings at 2400 Old Ivy Rd. and on campus.
• Job requires extensive use of desktop computers; occasional travel to meetings.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Rates: Undergraduates $17/hour; Graduate Students $19–$21/hour.
• Work hours: 10–15 hours per week during the academic year; interest in continued work through summer and next academic year.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non‑discrimination and equal opportunity employment.