STEM Assistant (Part Time)

University of Arizona

United States, Arizona, Tucson

Feb 13, 2025

STEM Assistant (Part Time)
Posting Number	req21937
Department	Animal&Biomedical Sciences-Ext
Department Website Link	https://acbs.arizona.edu/
Location	Main Campus
Address	Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights	The School of Animal Comparative Biomedical Sciences seeks applicants for a STEM Assistant. The STEM Assistant will assist in teaching various STEM projects. They will also provide support to the counties where the projects are being taught. This position may require traveling to Cooperative Extension sites throughout the state of Arizona. The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.
Duties & Responsibilities	Assist with teaching the various STEM projects including: Underwater Robotics, Lego Robotics, Cross Reality, Greenhouse SEED, Tech Changemakers, Drone, Rocket Launching, Space Mission Command, STEM and Ag Ambassador, STEM Challenge, and Ag Innovators. Assist with website development/management and curriculum development/management. Assist with marketing efforts such as developing flyers for events. Order supplies and provide any support needed at sites where STEM projects are occurring.
Minimum Qualifications	High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience with teaching STEM projects.
FLSA	Non-Exempt
Full Time/Part Time	Part Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week	10
Job FTE	0.25
Work Calendar	Fiscal
Job Category	Agriculture and Extension
Benefits Eligible	No Benefits
Rate of Pay	$15.00 - $18.75/hour
Compensation Type	hourly rate
Grade	2
Compensation Guidance	The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
Grade Range Minimum	$15
Grade Range Midpoint	$18.75
Grade Range Maximum	$22.5
Career Stream and Level	OC1
Job Family	Extension
Job Function	Agriculture & Extension
Type of criminal background check required:	Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies	1
Target Hire Date	2/24/2025
Expected End Date	12/19/2025
Contact Information for Candidates	Amanda Zaman, amandal@arizona.edu
Open Date	2/11/2025
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
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