Primary Function: Assists with the direction and implementation of research projects and other programmatic activities at the Arctic, Remote and Cold Territories Interdisciplinary Center (ARCTICenter) with a focus on community sustainability, adaptation and development (e.g., fisheries, tourism, Indigenous economies, subsistence, etc.) in the Arctic (with the focus on Alaska); pursues individual research in social and sustainability sciences and/or disciplinary scholarship; conducts applied and methodological research (quantitative, qualitative or mixed-methods) in a highly collaborative setting; collaborates with researchers from other institutions and participates in National Science Foundation (NSF) grant activities; receives training and assists with report and proposal writing; attends ARCTICenter meetings and participates in other departmental activities as appropriate; and trains and supervises graduate and undergraduate-level students.

Qualifications: Doctoral or equivalent degree in geography, political science, planning, economics, sociology, demography, anthropology, public policy, indigenous studies or related field required. ABD and fall 2025 graduates will be considered. Demonstrated knowledge of Arctic regions or other remote and peripheral areas; and experience with quantitative and/or qualitative methods also required. Experience with Indigenous communities preferred. Student experience will be considered.

This position is primarily based in Iowa; however, remote work from Alaska may be considered due to the focus of the position. Employees approved for remote work must comply with the requirements of our remote work policy and agreement.

The ARCTICenter is a hub for Arctic social and sustainability sciences research funded by various U.S. and international organizations. The position is expected to continue for 24 months pending availability of funds.

Application Instructions: All application materials received by November 14, 2025, will be given full consideration. To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying:
1) Resume
2) Cover Letter

You will be presented with the opportunity to attach multiple documents when completing the application. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL required materials listed above have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email careers-support@uni.edu or call 319-273-2422.

UNI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or on any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.

The University offers an excellent benefits package including a vacation plan, employer sponsored retirement plans, health and dental insurance, and life and disability insurance. Benefits package details can be viewed at https://careers.uni.edu/benefits. Application materials received by 11/14/2025 will be given first consideration. For more information or to apply, visit https://careers.uni.edu/. Criminal and other relevant background checks required. UNI is a tobacco free campus.