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University of Alaska Southeast
FY27 Student Assistant - Geophysical Institute (GI)
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What they do
A Physical or Geoscience Technician works with supervising geoscientists and geophysicists and uses specialized equipment to collect data on the earth's surface and interior. May assist with prospecting for underground sources of oil or gas.
$49,254 / year median in Alaska
+7% projected growth
Job Description
FY27 Student Assistant
- Geophysical Institute (GI) 532776 Fairbanks, Alaska, United States On Campus Student Employee Closing on: Jun 30 2027 Student Assistant 2 UAF Geophysical Institute Add to favorites View favorites If you are a UA student looking for a valuable learning and employment opportunity, please consider applying to the Geophysical Institute (GI) Student Assistant pool.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
As the first point of contact, the student must exhibit a high degree of professionalism. Must communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Must be comfortable speaking to a variety of audiences. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Competency with Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to prioritize and use good judgement. Ability to multi-task. Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Working knowledge of maintaining databases. High degree of independence and problem-solving ability required.Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent. Applicant should be enrolled as a UA student in a minimum of 6 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0, or a newly enrolled student.Position Details:
This position is located on the UA Fairbanks campus in Fairbanks, Alaska. New hires will be placed on the Undergraduate Student Pay Scale based on education and experience. Student Salary Table This is a pooled position and applications are reviewed as needed. Submission of an application does not guarantee review or a job offer. If you need assistance applying to this posting, please contact GI- Office of Human Resources at 907-474-7357 or at uaf-gi-hr@alaska.
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