AY Physics Student TEAM-UP (WS-ST3)

Job Title: Physics TEAM-UP Student Work

Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057

Department Name: Physics

Unit Number (5 digits): 11280

Length of Position: See Employment Authorization  

Contact Person/Supervisor: Physics Faculty

Wage Range: $12.00-13.00/hour

Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position):

The Physics Department is hiring a TEAM-UP Student Worker to serve on the department’s TEAM-UP executive committee in collaboration with the Faculty Lead. TEAM-UP (National Task Force to Elevate African American Representation in Undergraduate Physics and Astronomy) is a national initiative led by the American Institute of Physics (AIP) that focuses on advancing equity, inclusion, and representation in physics and astronomy.

In this role, students will help design and implement initiatives that foster a sense of belonging and support student success within the department. This includes contributing to programs such as workshops, discussions, and community-building events. Student workers will collaborate with faculty, staff, and peers to build on existing efforts and help strengthen the department climate.

Transferable Skills:

•   Communication and facilitation skills

•   Interpersonal and collaboration skills

•   Leadership and initiative

•   Problem-solving and critical thinking

•   Organization and event planning

•   Cultural awareness and engagement with diversity, equity, and inclusion topics

•   Teamwork and project coordination

Duties and Responsibilities:

•   Serve as an active member of the TEAM-UP executive committee

•   Collaborate with the Faculty Lead and peers to plan and implement initiatives

•   Assist in organizing and facilitating events such as workshops and discussions

•   Contribute ideas to improve student experience and sense of belonging within the department

•   Participate in regular meetings and planning sessions

•   Support communication and outreach efforts related to TEAM-UP programming

•   Help assess and reflect on the effectiveness of initiatives

Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills)

•   Current student with an interest in physics, engineering, astronomy, or related fields

•   Interest in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives

•   Strong communication and interpersonal skills

•   Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to group discussions

•   Dependable and able to follow through on commitments

•   Willingness to take initiative and engage in program development

This job description is for general information purposes.  It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position.  This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.