Archivist & Content Writer

Temporary position assisting in compiling and writing the history of food and nutrition at the University of Minnesota. This project involves searching University archives, collecting oral histories, and synthesizing information into narratives for external communications.

Responsibilities

• 30% Meeting with profile subjects to conduct interviews and collect oral histories
• 20% Working with University Archives and additional historical materials to gather and preserve relevant information
• 50% Writing narratives and other content types that tell the story of the Department of Food Science and Nutrition, its community members, and the disciplines of food and nutrition at the University of Minnesota

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Formal training, demonstrated experience, or a degree in Journalism, Communications, History, or a related field
• Familiarity with food science, nutrition, agriculture, or related fields/disciplines
• Strong writing and organizational skills
• Proficiency with the Google Application Suite (Docs, Drive, Forms, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with the University of Minnesota, CFANS, and/or the Department of Food Science and Nutrition
• Experience working with archival information and data collection
• Experience interviewing subjects for storytelling or producing oral histories
• Experience creating or editing visual media (photos, graphics, video, etc.)
• Experience with radio or audio storytelling

Schedule

• Approximately 5 hrs/week
• Bi-weekly update meeting with Project Manager
• Flexibility to meet with profile subjects (Zoom or in-person)
• Position lasts one semester with potential to renew

Pay

$25.00 per hour, depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for temporary classifications.