DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:
NCURA Magazine's e-Xtra editors serve as content curators for weekly emails that deliver timely and relevant research administration information and news links to members.

DURATION: Two years. The e-Xtra editor team consists of four positions, each with staggered two-year terms, so that two positions rotate each year.

Function of Position: The e-Xtra editors are responsible for curating and compiling research administration information and news weekly to share with NCURA members. 

Esential Duties and Responsibilities & % Time Devoted: Volunteers are responsible to identify, curate, and compile timely research administration information and news links on a variety of topics and share content with NCURA staff for dissemination weekly. Volunteers should expect to devote 1-2 hours each week. 

Qualifications/Requirements: Knowledge and/or Skills – knowledge of research administration and appropriate sources of accurate information and current issues in the profession. Ability to research and compile relevant publicly available content for members.

Training and Support: Support is available from current e-Xtra editors and NCURA staff.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Available Editor Terms

• Position 1: August 2026 – December 2027
• Position 2: January 2027 – December 2028

Application Deadline

• June 12, 2026

Required Application Materials
Please submit:

• A one-page statement of interest outlining your relevant experience and rank preference for term options.
• A CV (maximum two pages)

How to Apply

• Combine all application materials into one PDF
• Email your application packet to volunteer@ncura.edu

Questions?
Contact e-Xtra Senior Editor, Jared Littman, or NCURA Magazine Executive Editor Marc Schiffman.