Part-Time Research Assistant - Clio, UMKC School of Humanities and Social Sciences

About the role

Clio, a non-profit founded by a faculty member in UMKC’s School of Humanities and Social Sciences, seeks two part-time Research Assistants to research, author, edit, and expand its library of short articles on historical and cultural landmarks. The role involves working directly with Clio’s founder, assisting museums, libraries, and history/cultural organizations across the U.S. that use Clio to share community history, and contributing to user support materials, grant writing, and outreach efforts.

Responsibilities

• Author, edit, review, and improve Clio entries, including producing new articles and editing existing ones for historical and cultural landmarks throughout the United States.
• Conduct research, organize historical information, and create engaging public-facing content related to historical and cultural landmarks.
• Partner with museums, libraries, historical societies, educators, and community organizations to support their use of Clio.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in writing and research; strong research, writing, and editing skills; self‑motivated with ability to work independently, manage a flexible schedule, and meet deadlines; strong organizational and communication skills; interest in history, culture, public history, education, museums, libraries, heritage tourism, or related fields; ability to collaborate with organizations and community partners.

Pay

The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $20.00 per hour. Salary is determined by a combination of education, skills, experience, and organizational requirements.

Benefits

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non‑benefit‑eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For more information, see the Faculty & Staff Benefits website.

Schedule

The appointment is part‑time, averaging 15 to 20 hours per week, with a flexible schedule. The position is expected to continue through May 31, 2027, contingent on satisfactory performance and funding availability; travel is not required.