Pro Tem Research Assistant/Associate/Postdoc (IROCE) - Open Pool

About the role

The Institute for Resilient Organizations, Communities, and Environments (IROCE) at the University of Oregon seeks qualified applicants for limited duration, funding contingent appointments potentially renewable for up to three years. Positions are available as research assistants, conducting research under the direction of a principal investigator, as postdoctoral scholars, conducting research with a mentor principal investigator, or as research associates, conducting research with only general guidance.

Responsibilities

Research assistant/associate/postdoctoral opportunities frequently arise in the IROCE. These positions are primarily funded by research grants or other special funded projects focused on developing applied innovations in organizational resilience. Candidates with professional or academic interests in any of these areas are encouraged to apply; applicants will be screened as needs arise.

Requirements

• Minimum Requirements for the rank of Research Assistant:
  • BS/BA Degree in related field.
  • Experience in the field of research.
• Minimum Requirements for the rank of Research Associate:
  • Ph.D. in a field directly related to applied natural resource social science or environmental science such as forestry, geography, economics, political science, rural sociology, history, planning, anthropology or other related fields.
  • Experience with qualitative and/or quantitative social science research methods such as designing and conducting interviews and surveys, managing large secondary datasets, and building and managing geospatial datasets.
• Minimum Requirements for the rank of Postdoctoral Scholar:
  • Ph.D. in a field directly related to applied natural resource social science or environmental science such as forestry, geography, economics, political science, rural sociology, history, planning, anthropology or other related fields.
  • Experience with qualitative and/or quantitative social science research methods such as designing and conducting interviews and surveys, managing large secondary datasets, and building and managing geospatial datasets.

Qualifications

Successful candidates for research positions will have professional experience, demonstrated ability, and/or potential for quality research.

Skills

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Benefits

The University of Oregon provides a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website.

Pay

Salary is dependent upon education, experience, and available funding.

Schedule

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