Part-time Race, Climate, And Agrarian Justice Lab Events And Research Specialist

American University

Washington, DC, US
$25.00 ph
Part-time (5-10 hours per week, on-site for events)
Event logistics coordination
Qualitative data analysis
Research material collection
American University is seeking a Part-time Events and Research Specialist for its Race, Climate, and Agrarian Justice Lab. The role involves event planning, project management, qualitative data analysis, and writing, requiring 5-10 hours of work per week

Job Summary

  • The Associate will assist with event planning for a late April summit, including coordinating with AU staff on event logistics and with partner organizations and participants.
  • Following the summit and listening sessions, the Associate will work closely with the lab’s Co-Directors and external partners to sort through, co-analyze, and co-author briefing papers.
  • This is a temporary part-time position ending on or before December 31, 2026, with an hourly rate of $25.00.

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American University is seeking a Part-time Events and Research Specialist for its Race, Climate, and Agrarian Justice Lab. The role involves event planning, project management, qualitative data analysis, and writing, requiring 5-10 hours of work per week.

Salary

$25.00 per hour

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Event logistics coordination
  • Qualitative data analysis
  • Research material collection
  • Stakeholder communication
  • Participatory action research

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of agrarian justice movements
  • Experience with public writing forums
  • Familiarity with US farm policy

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • 2 - 4 years of relevant experience
  • Master's degree in social sciences or humanities with agrarian politics emphasis (preferred)
  • 4 - 6 years of relevant experience (preferred)
  • Available for all-day event on April 27, 2026
  • Must deliver services from DC, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site

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