The Equity and Inclusion (E&I) in PHAS team is expanding! We are looking for new members (Graduate Students or Postdoctoral Fellows) to join our community and help out at events. Follow this link to apply for the paid E&I Coordinator position or to express your interest in other volunteer coordinator positions (Events, Communications, and Treasurer)!
The positions will run for one year, from October 2021 – September 2022. The deadline to apply is September 15, 2021.
Advantages of becoming part of our team:
- Meet other students and postdocs in the Department
- Have the opportunity to raise issues and discuss strategies with our Faculty Advisors
Additionally, as a coordinator you will:
- Gain leadership and management experience
- Organize educational and networking events
- Advocate for the well-being of underrepresented groups on Physics & Astronomy
- Interact with workshop facilitators and UBC-wide E&I representatives
Find additional information about the positions below (click to show):
We are currently accepting applications for the E&I Coordinator position. The one-year term will start in October. The time commitment for the positon is 3-5 hours/week. Responsibilities include
- Liaise with outside groups
- Organize regular department events
- Organize workshop
- Administrative duties
For more information, see the complete description of the position. Complete the application form to apply now. Questions regarding the position should be directed to equity-inclusion@phas.ubc.ca.
We are currently accepting applications for the following E&I volunteer positions. Complete the application form to let us know you are interested in the position. The one-year term will start in October. The time commitment is about 5 hours/month. Questions regarding the position should be directed to equity-inclusion@phas.ubc.ca.
Events Coordinator (2 positions)
- Keep up with offered workshops at UBC
- Share those workshops with the Communications Coordinator for circulating on the monthly newsletter
- Organize E&I-specific workshops with the help of the Coordinator and team members
- Organize monthly cookie socials (currently virtual)
Communications Coordinator (1 position)
- Keep the website up to date with events and resources
- Circulate E&I-related events and resources via monthly newsletters
- Take meeting minutes
- Edit documents/applications as needed
Treasurer (1 position)
- Submit applications for event funds
- Find sponsors for workshops and events
- Keep track of E&I expenses over the year
Interested in joining the team as a general member to attend our committee meetings and help out at our events? Contact us at equity-inclusion@phas.ubc.ca any time!