Staff Positions:
The University of Nebraska Public Policy Center (PPC) is hiring! Join a diverse interdisciplinary research team within the PPC that engages in a variety of research and consultation activities involving private and public sector partners. More details below.
Student Assistants:
Many of the PPC's projects include graduate research assistantships or undergraduate research opportunities. Graduate students and undergraduates assist with research and other project activities. Graduate students often work with the faculty and project directors to present and publish the research.
Past students have gone on to work in industries such as social science research, law, federal government services, threat assessment, clinical psychology, public policy, international development, economics, and nonprofit management. We are always looking for talented and motivated students to work with our collaborative team of researchers, so contact the office if you would like to work with us.
Undergraduate Copy Editor
The Public Policy Center is a university-wide, multidisciplinary research, and outreach unit committed to addressing complex issues by linking academic research, stakeholder perspectives, and practical experience through innovative and creative solutions. Our mission is to link policy with research, process, and practice by working with researchers, policymakers, and stakeholders to actively inform public policy.
The University of Nebraska Public Policy Center (NUPPC) provides a unique opportunity for policy makers and researchers to work together to address the challenges of local, state, and federal policy. We work with decision makers to address complex issues through the use of academic research, stakeholder opinions, and practical experience. Center staff collaborate with other university researchers, regularly contribute to scholarly knowledge, and our work results in action.
The NUPPC seeks a student copy editor to assist with proofreading academic reports and press releases. The editor will also help proofread promotional material, social media posts, and web content. A minimum commitment of 15 hours per week in office starting as soon as possible is ideal. Appointment is for one semester but can be extended if desired.
A successful candidate in this role will be detail-oriented, a strong communicator, eager to learn, good at managing deadlines, and will have a sense of professionalism. This student should be able to work with minimal supervision on various tasks, ask good questions, and produce high quality work.
Preferred skills include computer competency with a strong proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite and APA 7th Edition Style Manual. Experience of interest includes previous copy editor coursework or professional experience.
If interested, please apply by sending an email including the following items to Liz Green (Liz.Green@unl.edu): Letter of interest, resume, and three references by June 2nd, 2025.
For more information about the Public Policy Center, its projects, and our staff, please browse this website.
Questions? Please contact Liz Green (Liz.Green@unl.edu)
Information Technology Specialist
We are hiring an Information Technology Specialist. This position will provide a range of computing management activities and will support staff at the Center on Children, Families and the Law and the Public Policy Center (PPC). This includes: server maintenance (web and data); developing and maintaining computing security and continuity of operations; tracking and projecting need for computing assets; monitoring backup and redundancies; supporting users; creating and maintaining computing process and asset documentation; researching and consulting on a variety of tools to address needs; supervising student workers; working with endpoint management software to deploy operating systems and applications; and event support.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska’s preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.
As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.
Minimum Required Qualifications
Associate’s degree plus three (3) years IT experience including providing end-user support (desktop and networked servers) in a large computing environment is required; equivalent education/experience will be considered. Demonstrated experience with desktop/application virtualization technologies; familiarity with the configuration and deployment of Windows software and OS in large computing and networked environment; excellent communication skills; ability to manage sensitive data; knowledge of customer service practices; and project management experience. US citizenship is required due to national security and access to sensitive data sets.
Preferred Qualifications
Ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience. Providing end-user support (desktop and networked servers) in a large computing environment. Familiarity with Mac OS X and Linux. Demonstrated experience with audio-visual equipment and troubleshooting video conferences.
Applicants should submit their applications by July 7, 2025. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) references as separate documents in MS word or PDF format.