Professional Aide

Position Summary

This is a temporary position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

Unit Position Summary

Join the Axia Institute in improving public and private value chains through research, education and outreach. The successful candidate will work in collaboration with employees at the Axia Institute and faculty at Michigan State University providing value chain analysis for Axia’s research efforts.  This position offers in-person work experience, requiring the successful candidate to work on site at the facility in Midland approximately 32 hours per week.

This position offers the opportunity to: 

• Provide project support around the technological and economic feasibility of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) projects for supply chain visibility
• Organize and complete project assignments
• Conduct presentations and workshops
• Create and maintain research and project records
• Interview and prepare reports
• Manage social media channels
• Assist with the planning of the Axia Institute's Annual Summit

Minimum Qualifications: 

The successful candidate must be actively enrolled in college courses that count towards the completion of a bachelor’s degree in supply chain management (SCM), Engineering, or Packaging, and must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite of products (Outlook, Excel, Word).

To learn more about the Axia Institute, please view our website: The Axia Institute | Delivering Value Chain Solutions® (msu.edu).

Desired Qualifications

Demonstration of the following attributes is preferred: Self-starter, communicates and works well with others, eagerness to learn, pays close attention to detail, ability to prioritize, follows through on tasks.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Resume

Cover letter

3 professional references

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Website

HTTPS://AXIA.MSU.EDU/

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.