Position Description
ASSETT seeks an undergraduate student to support the BuffsCreate pilot project for Domain of One’s Own (DoOO) through technical support and user-population building. BuffsCreate gives all learners in Arts & Sciences the opportunity to own a domain and provides server space to freely design a web page to host their academic, research, professional, and/or creative works. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who enjoys learning about and using various technologies, is comfortable speaking to large groups, and is open to working with students and faculty alike.
Responsibilities
- Become familiar with several open-source applications associated with BuffsCreate
- Provide technical support and answer questions about BuffsCreate and associated applications
- Help with student outreach efforts
- Give presentations in classrooms and to student groups in order to introduce BuffsCreate
- Host weekly drop-in support sessions for buffscreate
- Co-facilitate student focus groups
- Collect other feedback from BuffsCreate users
- Curate or develop tutorials for open-source applications hosted with BuffsCreate
- Other duties as needed
Required Qualifications
- Currently enrolled undergraduate student
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Dependable and organized, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Ability and desire to learn new technologies quickly
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiar with website design and development, ideally open-source applications
- Familiar with and interested in information and digital literacy
- Experience giving workshops or presentations to groups
Application Instructions
This is a paid undergraduate position requiring a commitment of approximately 10 hours per week. This position reports to the ASSETT Faculty Services Portfolio Manager, but works closely with other staff members. To apply, please submit a cover letter addressing your interest and qualifications related to this position, along with your resume, to Sara Myers. This position is open until filled.