Research Professional, United Nations Special Rapporteur (Extended Temporary)

Job title:

Research Professional, United Nations Special Rapporteur (Extended Temporary)

Company

University of Arizona

Job description

Research Professional, United Nations Special Rapporteur (Extended Temporary)
Posting Number req19895
Department Law Instruction
Department Website Link https://law.arizona.edu
Location Main Campus
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights The United Nations Special Rapporteur Program at the James E. Rogers College of Law is hiring a Research Professional I. The United Nations Special Rapporteur program is responsible for reporting on the human rights situations of indigenous peoples around the world, addressing specific cases of alleged violations of indigenous peoples’ rights, and promote good practices, including new laws, government programs, and constructive agreements between indigenous peoples and states, to implement international standards concerning the rights of indigenous peoples. The successful candidate will join the research team of Lecturer in Law and United Nations Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples, Jose Francisco Cali’ Tzay to work on a major study on the rights of indigenous peoples under the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples with a particular focus on Latin America.This is an Extended Temporary Employment (ETE) position. (Expected to last 1 year, but may be renewed for an additional year if funding is available).Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please .
Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct literature reviews, legal analysis of cases and United Nations

and regional human rights systems reports and communications. * Prepare articles, reports and presentations.

• Attend project meetings.
• Summarize project results.
• Summarize interviews.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively with different groups/individuals.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
• Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated strong, positive interpersonal skills.
• Skill in public speaking and presenting information to large groups.
• This role is not eligible for flexible work arrangements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required.
• One year of relevant work experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• JD Preferred.

FLSA Non-Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Part Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 20
Job FTE .50
Work Calendar Academic
Job Category Research
Benefits Eligible Yes – Full Benefits
Rate of Pay $22.77-$28.46
Compensation Type hourly rate
Grade 6
Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our and our .
Grade Range Minimum $47356
Grade Range Midpoint $59195
Grade Range Maximum $71034
Career Stream and Level PC1
Job Family Researchers & Scientists
Job Function Research
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date 8/19/2024
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Robert A. Williams Jr.
Regents Professor, E. Thomas Sullivan Professor of Law; Faculty Co-Chair, Indigenous Peoples Law and Policy Program
[email protected]Open Date 7/16/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
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Location

Tucson, AZ

Job date

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 02:36:31 GMT

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