Research Assistant Job at Virginia Department of Human Resource Management, United States

  • Virginia Department of Human Resource Management
  • United States

Job Description

Research Assistant

In June 2025, the Flocks project successfully launched six Flocks to build stronger communities for ornithologists across the American Ornithological Society, Wilson Ornithological Society, and the Association of Field Ornithologists. The creation of these Flocks was supported by the National Science Foundation, the three ornithological societies, and over 200 individual ornithologists who contributed to a crowd sourcing campaign. With these Flocks well on their way, we now seek a part-time support staff member for the Flocks effort who can ensure the Flocks are supported and also coordinate the Flocks Council (a body of representatives from Flocks). They will also coordinate an e-newsletter, ornithological conference activities, and virtual activities hosted by the Flocks. The position is a remote position, but applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must reside within the U.S. at the time of employment. Position will require travel to ornithological conferences (costs covered by project and hours increased to 40 those weeks).

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently. Proven ability to work effectively with volunteers, supporting and empowering their leadership. Excellent communication and facilitation skills; able to convene groups productively. Strategic thinker who can design systems approaches, and resources that help groups function well. Professional, reliable, and able to accomplish a high volume of work in limited hours.

Knowledge and understanding of the field of ornithology Experience coordinating networks, teams, and/or working groups Familiarity with the Flocks

Pay Band: 3

Overtime Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime

Appointment Type: Restricted

Salary Information: $30 per hour

Hours per week: 15, occasionally up to 40

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance . These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Kelsey Lester at kdlester@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Part time

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