Research Associate and Director Assistant - Food Sovereignty Lab

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Cal Poly Humboldt Sponsored Programs Foundation

Job Announcement

This is not a state position

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Job Title:

Research Associate and Director Assistant

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Wage:

$28.00/hr

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Project Name:

Rou Dalagurr: Food Sovereignty Lab and Traditional Ecological Knowledges Institute

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Supervisor:

Dr.

Cutcha Risling Baldy

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Position Overview:

This position will work closely with the Rou Dalagurr Co-Director Dr. Cutcha Risling Baldy to assist with coordination and implementation of special projects and administrative duties. This position requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual capable of managing a wide range of executive, administrative, and strategic tasks. The Special Assistant will act as a trusted partner, ensuring the Directors time is leveraged effectively, communications are streamlined, and organizational priorities are advanced.

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DESCRIPTION

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- The position is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with benefits.

- The position requires flexibility for work location with at least 3 days per week at the Cal Poly Humboldt Campus and up to 2 days per week work from home.

- Starting salary depends on experience and qualifications but will generally start at $28/hour

- The position is currently funded thru December 31, 2025. Potential extension dependent on funding but not guaranteed.

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Key Responsibilities:

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Executive and Strategic Support

- Provide support in planning, project management, and execution of key initiatives.

- Prepare research briefs, presentations, and reports to support programs and projects.

- Coordinate and track progress on the organizations strategic priorities, ensuring timely follow-up and accountability.

- Assist with research, writing, grant writing, and team coordination for completion of projects.

Operations and Project Management

- Assist with cross-departmental coordination, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration between programs, development, and operations teams.

- Support special projects from conception through execution, such as fundraising campaigns, events, or advocacy initiatives.

- Monitor key deadlines, deliverables, and organizational milestones.

Administrative and Personal Assistant Duties

- Coordinate with the Administrative team to schedule meetings, calls, and travel arrangements.

- Assist with personal scheduling needs and time management to promote a healthy work-life balance.

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Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or 5+ years experience in similar position

- Strong understanding of Indigenous food sovereignty issues and culturally responsive community outreach and engagement

- Experience with academic and grant writing, research and publication preferred.

- Experience working with Indigenous populations and BIPOC communities and organizations.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing reports and presenting findings to diverse audiences.

- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

- Exceptional organizational and time management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

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