BKI is searching for an exceptional UCLA graduate student to join as a part-time staff member (10-15 hours/week) to support its various programmatic activities and communications efforts. This would be a paid STDT 4 position (non-Academic title). Please note this is not a research position. Much of this work can be conducted remotely, but in-person attendance would be required at monthly seminars, BKI events, and some BKI staff meetings.
Duties will vary week to week. They might involve:
- Communications Support
- Support the development of a regular newsletter, the “media” section of the BKI website, and other regular updates on BKI work.
- Manage, organize, and oversee BKI emailing lists and relationship management databases
- Communicate with BKI researchers about seminars and research updates
- Communicate with seminar guest speakers
- Communicate with program attendees (outreach/recruitment, reminders, follow-up, etc.)
- Program Development and Support
- Participate in BKI/ISH monthly seminars
- Oversee logistics and coordination, including catering, event location, UCLA Facilities Management, etc., and work with the Finance Manager to process payments
- Work with the BKI team to brainstorm programming content
- Attend select campus and off-campus events and provide assistance
- Create program flyers, event descriptions/registration pages, and summaries
- Write seminar summaries
Qualifications
- At least 1-2 years of work experience.
- Effective problem-solver.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Must be able to work effectively both independently and with a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be detail-oriented, organized, and punctual.
- Must possess strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft and Google Office Suite.
- AVAILABILITY REQUIRED: Must be available to work throughout the entire academic year and some nights and weekends.
Desired Qualifications
- Proficiency in WordPress, Constant Contact, and Canva preferred.
- Experience planning public programming or events preferred.
- Experience with client relationship management software desired.
This is a good role for those who are interested in enhancing their administrative experience and enjoy programming.
Apply here. Application deadline is October 22, 2025. Applications will be reviewed in the order they are received. Contact us at kindness@ucla.edu with questions.
