Postdoctoral Scholar - Open Pool
Department
Department: Knight Campus
Rank
Rank: Postdoctoral Scholar
Annual Basis
Annual Basis: 12 Month
Review of Applications Begins
Applications will be reviewed as needs arise
Special Instructions to Applicants
Along with your online application, please upload your current CV
Department Summary
The Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact is an ambitious initiative designed to fast-track scientific discoveries into innovations that improve the quality of life for people in Oregon, the nation, and the world. The campus creates the intellectual infrastructure to establish Oregon as a center for both research and development, making Oregon a place where companies can start up and grow. The Knight Campus is reshaping the higher education landscape in Oregon by training the next generations of scientists, forging tighter ties with industry and entrepreneurs, and creating new educational opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students.
Position Summary
The Knight Campus is seeking qualified applicants for its open postdoctoral scholar (postdoc) pool. If you're looking to enhance your professional skills and research independence, we encourage you to apply! Postdocs in the Knight Campus conduct laboratory research and quantitative analysis; prepare manuscripts and grant applications; and present data and findings to internal and external audiences. Successful candidates will have the ability to collaborate with faculty, staff, and students from a variety of diverse backgrounds. Postdocs are limited duration, funding contingent appointments for one year with a possible annual renewal for up to two additional years.
Minimum Requirements
- PhD in bioengineering, biochemistry, biology, human physiology, biophysics, physics, chemistry, chemical engineering or related disciplines
- One year of lab experience
Professional Competencies
- Effective communication skills
- Analytic skills
- Organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong team ethic
Preferred Qualifications
Strong academic record
Department Summary
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website.
Equal Opportunity
The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112.
Compliance
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