The Della Keats program is a 4-week camp that the University of Alaska provides, named after an Alaska Native Inupiaq traditional healer from the Kotzebue region. Della Keats provided educational and medical services to her people throughout her life and believed strongly in the importance of expanding, maintaining, and sharing medical knowledge in ways that would benefit both Alaska Native people and the broader Alaskan community.
The program offers an intensive residential summer program that prepares and inspires Alaskan high school students to pursue higher education with a focus on a career in the health profession. Participants will experience university residential life, complete health science‑related pre‑college coursework, carry out health‑related research projects, and complete at least four different medical or healthcare professional job shadows.
The program specifically aims to recruit Alaska Native, rural, and other underrepresented people to work in Alaska health fields, focusing on students who are interested in careers in biomedical research, medicine, or health‑related professions, with the aim of creating a more diverse, innovative, and productive biomedical workforce in Alaska.
Knowledge of or experience with rural Alaskan culture, lifestyle, challenges, and an appreciation for these is needed for this position, along with a desire to work with youth and help them discover their own strengths and interests. A creative and adaptable mindset, working well as part of a team, and a willingness to lead as needed are required. Having a strong work ethic, integrity, and moral compass, and caring about the example being set for the youth participating in the program is essential.
Minimum Qualifications- High School graduation and a minimum of 20 university credits successfully completed is required.
- Successful completion of college‑level math and science coursework is preferred.
- One year of prior experience working with or overseeing students in residence programs is preferred.
This position is located on the University of Alaska campus in Anchorage. New hires will be placed on the UA temporary staff salary schedule, Grade 77, based on education and experience. We are hiring three full‑time (40 hours a week) mentors and one part‑time (10–20 hours a week) position to work from 6/29/26‑8/03/26.
The University of Alaska (UA) reserves the right to require employees to work on‑site at the UA facilities. Hybrid and remote work may be approved for employees based in Alaska at the University’s discretion. Remote work for employees based outside the State of Alaska may be approved only in exceptional circumstances or when required by the position’s job duties.
This is a pooled position and applications are reviewed as needed. Submission of an application does not guarantee review or a job offer.
A valid Alaska Driver’s License and clean driving record in compliance with UA Safe Driving Criteria.
☎️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Jeni Davis, ACRH‑HW HR Coordinator, at jmdavis
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* To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907‑450‑8200.
The University of Alaska is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
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