What are the responsibilities and job description for the KEYS Instructional Specialist (Temporary) (Phoenix, AZ) position at College of Science at The University of Arizona?
Position Highlights
The BIO5 Institute at the University of Arizona is seeking a full-time, temporary KEYS Instructional Specialist (Outreach Instructional Specialist I) for the 2025 KEYS Research Internship Phoenix pilot program. The KEYS Program is a 7-week research internship for Arizona high school students, ages 16-18 years old, from June 2, 2025 - July 18, 2025.
This position will provide direct support to students participating in the KEYS Research Internship Phoenix pilot program. The KEYS Instructional Specialist (Phoenix) will implement the existing science literacy curriculum as well as provide feedback on course assignments. This position will provide direct mentorship to the temporary staff hired as a near peer mentor. This position will also assist with program event planning and implementation, along with general KEYS and BIO5 Institute support as needed. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, with a strong understanding of scientific research environments. These candidates will have the ability to work effectively with a wide variety of administrative, scientific, and academic groups. A background in science and experience educating high school students is a plus!
Please note anticipated schedule requirements: Part-time availability from April 2025-May 2025 for program training and certifications. Full Time availability (40 hours a week) including one evening a week and weekend availability from June 2025-July 2025.
BIO5 transcends traditional research models by promoting intensive interdisciplinary collaboration with individuals from many departments and colleges within the University of Arizona. The BIO5 Institute also interfaces with a wide variety of constituents across Arizona as well as both the national and global science communities. BIO5 is dedicated to stimulating leading-edge interdisciplinary research in order to translate research into real-world applications in the fields of medicine and agriculture. The BIO5 Institute is committed to training the next generation of scientists as well as increasing scientific knowledge throughout society.
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 click here.
Duties & Responsibilities
Duties & Responsibilities:
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 Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.Grade Range Minimum$20.33Grade Range Midpoint$25.41Grade Range Maximum$30.49Career Stream and LevelPC1Job FamilyOutreach EducationJob FunctionOutreach & Community EngageType of criminal background check required:Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to job duties)Number of Vacancies1Target Hire DateExpected End Date7/21/2025Contact Information for CandidatesKelle Hyland | khyland@bio5.orgOpen Date3/19/2025Open Until FilledYesDocuments Needed to ApplyResume and Cover LetterSpecial Instructions to ApplicantNotice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety ReportIn compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.
The BIO5 Institute at the University of Arizona is seeking a full-time, temporary KEYS Instructional Specialist (Outreach Instructional Specialist I) for the 2025 KEYS Research Internship Phoenix pilot program. The KEYS Program is a 7-week research internship for Arizona high school students, ages 16-18 years old, from June 2, 2025 - July 18, 2025.
This position will provide direct support to students participating in the KEYS Research Internship Phoenix pilot program. The KEYS Instructional Specialist (Phoenix) will implement the existing science literacy curriculum as well as provide feedback on course assignments. This position will provide direct mentorship to the temporary staff hired as a near peer mentor. This position will also assist with program event planning and implementation, along with general KEYS and BIO5 Institute support as needed. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, with a strong understanding of scientific research environments. These candidates will have the ability to work effectively with a wide variety of administrative, scientific, and academic groups. A background in science and experience educating high school students is a plus!
Please note anticipated schedule requirements: Part-time availability from April 2025-May 2025 for program training and certifications. Full Time availability (40 hours a week) including one evening a week and weekend availability from June 2025-July 2025.
BIO5 transcends traditional research models by promoting intensive interdisciplinary collaboration with individuals from many departments and colleges within the University of Arizona. The BIO5 Institute also interfaces with a wide variety of constituents across Arizona as well as both the national and global science communities. BIO5 is dedicated to stimulating leading-edge interdisciplinary research in order to translate research into real-world applications in the fields of medicine and agriculture. The BIO5 Institute is committed to training the next generation of scientists as well as increasing scientific knowledge throughout society.
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 click here.
Duties & Responsibilities
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Provide instruction, supervision, and mentorship to high school aged students participating in the 2025 KEYS Research Internship held on the Phoenix Biomedical Campus in Downtown Phoenix.
- Implement instruction of KEYS Research Internship science literacy lessons for Phoenix KEYS interns.
- Implement all KEYS Phoenix training week (first week of program 40 hours) activities, lessons, and events.
- Implement weekly science seminars for Phoenix KEYS interns to include instruction of science literacy lessons, introduction of guest speakers and facilitating activities.
- Provide student feedback on program assignments and end of internship presentations.
- Attend weekly meetings with KEYS staff and the teaching team to report on intern progress and prepare for the next week’s lessons.
- Provide assistance with participant homework assignments.
- Assist with implementation of KEYS Phoenix program events.
- Travel to Tucson for the KEYS Slam on Thursday, July 17th and stay overnight to attend the KEYS Research Showcase on Friday, July 18th.
- Participate in the 2025 KEYS Research Internship debrief meeting via zoom with program evaluator on Monday, July 21st.
- Assist with KEYS program communications for students, parents, and stakeholders.
- Assist with maintenance of Maricopa County schools database including key CTE instructors.
- Maintain and update the BIO5 Institute's Industry database.
- Research and identify grant opportunities for KEYS program funding.
- Additional duties as assigned.
- Ability to communicate effectively with participants, faculty, and staff.
- Reliable and punctual.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to implement existing science literacy curriculum lessons and provide guidance to students regarding best practices for science communication.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience and one (1) year of relevant work experience required.
- Schedule requirements:
- Part-time availability from April 2025 – May 2025 for program training and certifications.
- Full-time availability (40 hours a week) including one evening a week and weekend availability from June 2025 – July 2025.
- Minimum age -18 years old.
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 Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.Grade Range Minimum$20.33Grade Range Midpoint$25.41Grade Range Maximum$30.49Career Stream and LevelPC1Job FamilyOutreach EducationJob FunctionOutreach & Community EngageType of criminal background check required:Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to job duties)Number of Vacancies1Target Hire DateExpected End Date7/21/2025Contact Information for CandidatesKelle Hyland | khyland@bio5.orgOpen Date3/19/2025Open Until FilledYesDocuments Needed to ApplyResume and Cover LetterSpecial Instructions to ApplicantNotice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety ReportIn compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.
Salary : $20 - $25
