Alaska Native Employment Opportunities

Local 6070 (Temporary) - Geophysical Institute (GI) If you are looking for an employment opportunity to support the research community at UAF, please consider applying to the Geophysical Institute's Temporary Local 6070 pool. Multiple departments within the Geophysical Institute may be hiring from this pool during the year, and the duties assigned will vary depending on the specific department's needs. Applicants will be reviewed as needed throughout the year. Submitting your application to this job posting does not guarantee that a department will review or select it. The Geophysical Institute is a research-focused organization at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. We value collaboration, accountability, and the exchange of ideas, and we foster a respectful and welcoming environment. We are committed to serving Alaska and Alaskans with strong applied science. Career growth and professional development are expected and encouraged. As a public, regional, comprehensive university, UAF welcomes applications from individuals with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. Minimum qualifications vary depending on the position and can range from a high school diploma or equivalent to a Master's level or equivalent certification or a minimum of 15 years of related experience.

UAA Legal Studies Temporary Faculty Alaska Native Hire is an easy-to-use online forum that brings together job seekers and employers. The site allows individuals to create a profile highlighting their experience, skills, education and employement history. Employers then have the ability to search the database for the specific skills to fill vacant positions. For job seekers, this is the website where the jobs find you. And for employers, Alaska Native Hire is a powerful tool to help meet your local hire needs. © 2026 - Alaska Native Hire 1.21.2.0 |

UAA Criminology & Criminal Justice Temporary Faculty Alaska Native Hire is an easy-to-use online forum that brings together job seekers and employers. The site allows individuals to create a profile highlighting their experience, skills, education and employement history. Employers then have the ability to search the database for the specific skills to fill vacant positions. For job seekers, this is the website where the jobs find you. And for employers, Alaska Native Hire is a powerful tool to help meet your local hire needs. © 2026 - Alaska Native Hire 1.21.2.0 |

Temporary Research Technician for College of Arts and Sciences Alaska Native Hire is an easy-to-use online forum that brings together job seekers and employers. The site allows individuals to create a profile highlighting their experience, skills, education and employement history. Employers then have the ability to search the database for the specific skills to fill vacant positions. For job seekers, this is the website where the jobs find you. And for employers, Alaska Native Hire is a powerful tool to help meet your local hire needs. © 2026 - Alaska Native Hire 1.21.2.0 |

Adjunct Instructor - UAA Department of English Alaska Native Hire is an easy-to-use online forum that brings together job seekers and employers. The site allows individuals to create a profile highlighting their experience, skills, education and employement history. Employers then have the ability to search the database for the specific skills to fill vacant positions. For job seekers, this is the website where the jobs find you. And for employers, Alaska Native Hire is a powerful tool to help meet your local hire needs. © 2026 - Alaska Native Hire 1.21.2.0 |

School of Social Work Adjunct Faculty Alaska Native Hire is an easy-to-use online forum that brings together job seekers and employers. The site allows individuals to create a profile highlighting their experience, skills, education and employement history. Employers then have the ability to search the database for the specific skills to fill vacant positions. For job seekers, this is the website where the jobs find you. And for employers, Alaska Native Hire is a powerful tool to help meet your local hire needs. © 2026 - Alaska Native Hire 1.21.2.0 |

Temporary Research Technician for College of Health Alaska Native Hire is an easy-to-use online forum that brings together job seekers and employers. The site allows individuals to create a profile highlighting their experience, skills, education and employement history. Employers then have the ability to search the database for the specific skills to fill vacant positions. For job seekers, this is the website where the jobs find you. And for employers, Alaska Native Hire is a powerful tool to help meet your local hire needs. © 2026 - Alaska Native Hire 1.21.2.0 |

We're looking for a Facilities Electrician who enjoys solving problems, takes pride in quality work, and knows that keeping the lights on is serious business (even if we have fun doing it). You'll troubleshoot electrical systems, chase down stubborn breaker trips, install and maintain lighting and controls, work indoors and outdoors, and support classrooms, labs, offices, and specialized systems across campus. There's no shortage of work here, but the upside is a steady, in-town schedule with real variety from day to day. If you value safety, communicate well, and appreciate clean panels, tight terminations, and thoughtful troubleshooting, you'll feel right at home. If you're ready to plug into a team that powers learning and research every day, we'd love to hear from you. This position may be filled at the CT2 or CT3 level, depending on the selected candidate's experience. To thrive in this role, you'll be a skilled electrician who enjoys troubleshooting complex electrical systems and takes pride in delivering safe, high-quality work. You'll have two or more years of journeyman electrician experience, preferably with experience on large construction sites, and hold a valid State of Alaska Certificate of Fitness along with a Journeyman Electrician certification (or equivalent). Success in this role requires strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety while working independently and collaboratively across a variety of campus environments. Excellent communication and customer service skills will help you build positive relationships with campus partners as you maintain and improve critical electrical systems. A valid Alaska driver's license with a clean driving record is required, and maintaining driving eligibility is a condition of employment. If you enjoy hands-on work, continuous learning, and knowing your work directly supports the students, faculty, staff, and research that power UAF every day, you'll fit right in. All positions require a High School Diploma or equivalent and a valid Alaska drivers license with a clean driving record, meeting University of Alaska safe driving standards. CT2: State of Alaska Certificate of Fitness Journeyman level Electrician certification or or a minimum of ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Proof of a valid driver's license must be presented at time of hire. Maintaining this license is a condition of employment. CT3: State of Alaska Certificate of Fitness Master level or equivalent Electrician certification or a minimum of 15 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Proof of a valid driver's license must be presented at time of hire. Maintaining this license is a condition of employment.

Adjunct Faculty - Division of Population Health Sciences (DPHS) The College of Health is accepting applications for adjunct faculty opportunities within the Division of Population Health Sciences (DPHS). The Division of Population Health Sciences within the College of Health (COH) offers Health Sciences courses for the Occupational Endorsement Certificate in Gerontology, the Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences, the Graduate Certificate in Public Health, and the Master of Public Health degree. The College of Health, one of seven UAA schools and colleges, is a major center for development and delivery of professional, career and technical, community, and continuing education programs. In keeping with the mission of the University of Alaska, the COH has a commitment to innovation and flexibility ensuring high quality education and training available to all who have the ability and interest to pursue an education or profession. The successful candidate will demonstrate experience with accepted instructional methods and a variety of teaching approaches, including providing feedback and formal evaluation. Experience teaching students with varied abilities, experience levels, and cultural backgrounds is highly valued. Candidates will be evaluated on the suitability of their academic preparation, past teaching experience, expertise and/or experience relevant to the effective teaching of their field, and their potential to provide high-quality instruction to students from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. Preference will be given to Alaska residents or individuals residing in Alaska during the semester in which they intend to teach. Distance delivery is an important component of many UAA programs. Applicants should be prepared to teach courses in health promotion, health science, and public health in traditional classroom settings and/or online learning environments. Experience with web-based course delivery, instructional technology, and classroom teaching is preferred.

Adjunct Instructor - UAA Department of Psychology Are you interested in teaching as an adjunct for the UAA Department of Psychology? We offer undergraduate and graduate degree programs aimed at preparing students for advanced study in the social and health sciences and to become members of the behavioral health workforce. The Psychology Department is Alaska's largest center for the scientific study of behavior and mental processes that enrich the lives of our students, citizens of Alaska, and the field of Psychology. The Department prepares students: (1) for advanced study in the social and health sciences, and (2) to become members of the behavioral health workforce. The department also maintains the Psychological Services Center, a clinic that provides low-cost mental health services to campus and community members. The department strives to offer degree and certificate programs that meet the needs of the state of Alaska. With more than 400 students and 15 faculty members, the UAA Psychology Department is Alaska's largest center for the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. Please visit our website at: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/academics/college-of-arts-and-sciences/departments/psychology/ Applicants should have an interest for teaching and be able to teach using several modalities including face-to-face and hybrid formats. Qualifications to teach lower-division (100-200 level) undergraduate courses in the Psychology Department: To be granted 11-month trial approval or standing approval by the Psychology Department to teach a lower-division PSY course applicants must have: 1. at least 30 graduate credits in psychology (i.e., with a PSY prefix), and 2. at least a Master's degree from an accredited institution or active enrollment in the Ph.D. program in clinical-community psychology, and 3. relevant experience (such as graduate-level coursework, training, or professional work) for teaching the particular course in question.

Youth and BIPOC Voter Engagement Canvasser Job Title: Youth and BIPOC Voter Engagement Canvasser Location: This is a part-time hybrid (some in-person work required) position that must be based in Anchorage, Eagle River, or the Mat-Su Valley. Reports to: Senior Political and Movement Strategist Position runs: August 2026 - November 2026 Temporary position:  Approximately 10-25 hours a week Compensation: $22-26/hour The Alaska Center is seeking a dedicated and talented individual to serve as a Canvasser in Anchorage, AK. This position will support The Alaska Center’s work to elect decision-makers who will stand up for clean air and water, promote solutions to climate change, and support a strong democracy. The position will conduct voter outreach and engagement, and volunteer cultivation in Alaska to support electing champions. The ideal candidate will be passionate about elections and skilled at building relationships. The Alaska Center envisions a thriving, just and sustainable Alaska for future generations. We engage, empower, and elect Alaskans to stand up for clean air and water, a strong democracy, and for a fair and equitable transition from an extractive economy to a regenerative economy. Our issue priorities are protecting salmon habitat, advancing clean energy solutions in the face of rapid climate change, and amplifying Alaskans’ voices in the public process. In partnership with our sister organization The Alaska Center Education Fund, we achieve our vision through youth education and leadership development, community organizing and mobilization, and electing leaders who will champion our values. Core Responsibilities: Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Voter Engagement and Turnout, Volunteer Engagement and Cultivation

Job Title: Youth Civic Engagement Fellow Location: Anchorage and Fairbanks. Will consider applicants in other regions of Alaska. Virtual, with some in-person work required. Positions runs: August 17  - November 3 , 2026 Temporary position: Approximately 10 hours per/week for 11 weeks. The Alaska Center Education Fund seeks 8-10 passionate, socially confident, reliable Alaskans to be advocates and champions for voter empowerment and education as Youth Civic Engagement Fellows. The Youth Civic Engagement (YCE) Fellows will work alongside staff, volunteers, and community partners to conduct non-partisan voter education for the November 3 General Election. This temporary contract position will run from August 17 - November 3 and provides excellent career-building opportunities in voter and civic engagement. Evenings and occasional weekend work required. The Alaska Center Education Fund envisions a thriving, just, and sustainable Alaska for future generations. We engage and empower Alaskans to support clean air and water, a strong democracy, and an equitable transition from an extractive to a regenerative economy. Our issue priorities include advancing climate action, protecting salmon habitat, and amplifying Alaskan voices in the public process. We achieve our mission through youth education and leadership development, community organizing, and non-partisan voter engagement.

UAA Human Services Temporary Faculty The Department of Human Services is seeking applicants for its adjunct labor pool. The Department of Human Services is dedicated to providing strong and innovative instruction that promotes student sensitivity to diversity, outreach and community based practice skills, critical thinking, research-informed action, cultural responsiveness, and inter-professional collaboration. Instruction will occur through distance delivery, face-to-face on campus methods, or through hybrid approaches combining these methods. Acceptance into the hiring pool does not constitute a hiring agreement, nor does having worked one semester guarantee that a position will be available in subsequent semesters. Hiring decisions for temporary faculty are made on a semester-by-semester basis, according to the needs of that semester's schedule, and needs that arise during the course of a given semester. We seek to identify talented adjunct faculty the Department of Human Services can invest in, provide training and mentoring prior to and during instruction, and establish long term working relationships to enhance the diversity and practice experience of the human service faculty for the benefit of our students and programs. Candidates will be evaluated on past teaching experiences, expertise and experience relevant to effective teaching in the area of need, and potential for providing high-quality instruction to undergraduate students. Applicants must have experience relevant to teaching specific course content in one or more curricular areas: human diversity; human behavior; paraprofessional counseling, conflict and collaboration, organizations, and/or communities; case management; research; evaluation; and practicum supervision. A master's degree in human services or a closely related discipline is required and a doctoral degree in human services, counseling, social work, or closely related field is preferred. Candidates should also have at least two years of practice experience in human services. Exceptions to these minimum educational and experience requirements may be made on a case-by- case basis, subject to approval by the Human Services faculty and the Assistant Dean of the School of Justice and Human Services. The University of Alaska (UA) requires employees to work on-site based on operational and business needs. Hybrid and remote work arrangements may be considered only for positions specifically designated and advertised as eligible for hybrid or remote work. Any approved arrangement will be based on the position's duties, operational needs, and the employee's ability to effectively perform the work remotely.

Adjunct Instructor - UAA Department of Art The UAA Department of Art in the College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) is seeking applicants who are interested in teaching credit courses as Adjunct Faculty. Dedicated faculty, challenging curricula, well-equipped studios, a dynamic roster of visiting artists, and a gallery that focuses on national and international art exhibitions are the aspects of our department which empowers and prepares students for graduate study and fine art careers. The UAA Department of Art is seeking adjunct faculty for courses in the foundation areas of beginning drawing, 2D and 3D design, and color design, for delivery either synchronously in person on campus or asynchronously online. Interested candidates in other disciplines are welcome to apply as needs vary from semester to semester. Qualified applicants for this position will be placed into a hiring pool from which instructors will be hired as needed. Acceptance into the hiring pool does not constitute an offer of an appointment, nor does having worked one semester guarantee that a position will be available the following semester; hiring decisions are made on a semester-by-semester basis according to the needs of that semester's schedule. Candidates will be evaluated on suitability of their academic preparation, past teaching experience, expertise in their discipline, and potential for providing high quality instruction to undergraduate students. Adjunct faculty with semester assignments are subject to evaluation for teaching effectiveness. Candidates must be available to work within Alaska during the length of any assignment. To thrive in this role adjunct faculty need a passion for sharing their knowledge and skills with students and a desire to help turn student aspirations into reality. Successful candidates will possess interpersonal skills to engage effectively and courteously with students, staff, faculty, administration, and the general public.

Adjunct Instructor - UAA Department of Music The UAA Department of Music in the College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) is seeking applicants for its adjunct instructor pool to further its goal of fostering excellence in the preparation of music students for graduate school, teacher training or other careers in music. The department anticipates the need for private music lesson instructors in piano, brass, strings, voice, and woodwinds. Instructors of other instruments are welcome to apply and will be reviewed should a need arise in their specialty. Adjunct instructors are hired on a semester-by-semester appointment. Qualified applicants for this position will be placed into a hiring pool from which instructors will be hired as needed. Acceptance into the hiring pool does not constitute an offer of an appointment, nor does having worked one semester guarantee that a position will be available the following semester; hiring decisions are made on a semester-by-semester basis according to the needs of that semester's schedule. Candidates will be evaluated on suitability of their academic preparation, past teaching experience, expertise in their discipline, and potential for providing high quality instruction to undergraduate students. Adjunct faculty with semester assignments are subject to evaluation for teaching effectiveness. Candidates must be available to work within Alaska during the length of any assignment. To thrive in this role adjunct faculty need a passion for sharing their knowledge and skills with students and a desire to help turn student aspirations into reality. Successful candidates will possess interpersonal skills to engage effectively and courteously with students, staff, faculty, administration, and the general public.

Office of Research- Temporary Research Professional The Office of Research which also includes: The College of Engineering (CoEng), College of Business and Public Policy (CBPP), Institute of Social and Economic Research (ISER), Community Technical College (CTC), Business Enterprise Institute (BEI), and the School of Education (SoEd) are seeking qualified candidates to join a Research Professional hiring pool. Selected applicants will be considered for Research Professional positions as project needs arise across these academic and research units. Research Professionals contribute to both applied and fundamental scientific research across a range of disciplines. Work may involve participation in laboratory, field, or office-based research activities, with responsibilities focused on the collection, management, analysis, and synthesis of complex research data. Individuals in this role also support the preparation of technical reports, manuscripts, and other research outputs, while ensuring accuracy, organization, and integrity of research documentation and datasets. This role involves close collaboration with principal investigators and multidisciplinary research teams, with opportunities to contribute to study design, implementation, and dissemination of research findings. Some assignments may include fieldwork or specialized data collection depending on project requirements. Successful candidates will bring a strong background in a relevant scientific or technical field, along with experience in research methods, data analysis, or experimental work. Research Professionals should be detail-oriented, adaptable, and capable of working effectively in both independent and collaborative settings within evolving research environments. This is a pooled recruitment position. Eligible applicants will remain under consideration and may be contacted as suitable project opportunities arise.

Graduate Research Assistant for College of Health This is a labor pool from which the College of Health will draw when graduate research assistants are needed to work on sponsored projects. The position may be part or full time. Incumbents will join faculty and researchers who are active in conducting research in various disciplines. This will include working on one or more funded projects in these research areas under the guidance of Principal Investigators. Applicants need knowledge of research methods. Skills/experience varies according to research project needs. Bachelors Degree and enrollment in a graduate program at the University of Alaska required. This is a labor pool from which the College of Health will draw when graduate research assistants are needed to work on sponsored projects. The position may be part or full time, based on funding availability. This is a pooled position and applications are reviewed as needed. Submission of an application does not guarantee review or a job offer..

Office of Research- Graduate Research Assistant This Posting is for a Graduate Research Assistantship labor pool, meaning selected applicants will be considered for research assistant opportunities as they become available. Graduate Research Assistants work on externally funded research projects within the Office of Research to include: the Institute for Social and Economic Research (ISER), Center for Behavioral Health Research and Sciences (CBHRS), College of Engineering (CoEng), or College of Business and Public Policy (CBPP). Under the supervision of Principal Investigators, Research Assistants will collaborate with faculty and researchers on sponsored projects by supporting various research activities, which may include data collection and analysis, literature reviews, laboratory or field work, programming, report preparation, and other project-related tasks. The specific responsibilities and work schedule will depend on the assigned research project and available funding. Applicants should have knowledge of basic research methods, data collection procedures, and research ethics. Ability to collect, organize, and maintain accurate research data and records. Skill in conducting literature searches and summarizing scientific or technical information. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and other standard computer software, with the ability to learn research-specific databases and software. Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively in a team environment. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information in accordance with applicable policies and procedures. Skills, abilities, and experience may vary according to Research Project needs. Bachelors Degree and enrollment in a Graduate Program at the University of Alaska. This position is located on the UAA Campus in Anchorage, Alaska. This is a part time, exempt, union represented student position. Student pay is determined by degree level- Master's students will be paid a minimum of $25.67 and PhD students will be paid a minimum of $30.40 during Fiscal Year 2027.

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