This is an excellent opportunity for graduate students from any discipline to gain a deeper knowledge of sustainability. Cross-listed in Global Studies, Architecture, and Commerce, this interdisciplinary course is the required foundation for both the Global Environments + Sustainability major and Global Sustainability minor. Professors from environmental science, philosophy, medicine, architecture, engineering, commerce, and other disciplines lecture throughout the semester and approx. 160 students enrolled from across UVA. Course assistants/graders will gain experience in guiding and grading students. The role does not require extensive knowledge of sustainability or architecture. The position requires an average of 10 hours per week throughout the semester (max. 150 hours per semester) depending on whether there is an assignment to grade that week. See the course website at: http://www.globalsustainability.virginia.edu/
Responsibilities:
- Attend class on Tuesday and Thursday from 11:00 - 12:15 to hear the lecture and assist the instructor with logistics as needed.
- Grade course assignments
- Provide guidance to students as needed
- Help to develop course materials.
- Provide critiques and feedback to students.
- Consult with students on individual projects.
- Hold a single office hour each week and attend the seminar.
Qualifications:
- Enthusiasm for the topic of sustainability
- Ability to provide thoughtful feedback and grade written assignments
- Reliability and commitment to complete job duties on time
- Good communication and research skills.
- Knowledge of Maya or equivalent.
- Previous coursework or experience with moviemaking or animation
Target Hire Date: 8/23/2024
Eligibility: Undergraduates and graduate students; SIAs should have either completed the class or have comparable experience and/or interest in the topic.
Pay Rate: $20 per hour (work study preferred)
Time Commitment: 10 hours per week average; Fall 2024
To apply: Submit a resume of relevant experience and a statement of interest. Please reach out to Phoebe with questions. PRIORITY DEADLINE: AUGUST 23, 2024 (OPEN UNTIL FILLED)
Contact: Phoebe Crisman, Professor of Architecture / Director, Global Studies
Campbell Hall 414 / 434.924.6898 / crisman@virginia.edu
Appointments are subject to change contingent upon available funding, course enrollment/cancellation and/or performance evaluation and carry no expectation of renewal or expectation of continued employment for the full semester or academic year. This is an 'at-will' position.
Federal Work Study awards are subject to change, even after a student begins working.
A student may not be employed for more than 20 hours per week in ALL University jobs, not just those in a particular department while classes are in session.
You must receive confirmation of having an active payroll assignment number from Global Studies Program Manager Caterina Eubanks BEFORE you can begin working for your supervisor.
For information regarding Student Financial Services financial aid & Work-Study Awards visit to determine if you have Work-Study as part of your financial aid package. Phone: (434) 982-6000
Full time students enrolled in a degree program are eligible to be employed as student employees.
Students MUST qualify for Federal Work Study Award and accept award prior to working.
Must be a student in “Good Standing” Student workers are subject to semester and/or academic year evaluation by supervisor(s).
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Current UVA Student
Experience: SIAs should have either completed the class or have comparable experience and/or interest in the topic.
Licensure: None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.
