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Pro Tem Research Assistant/Project Management - Open Pool

University of Oregon · Eugene, OR · 3 wk ago
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Department

Department: DSGN IPRE

Rank

Rank: Research Assistant

Annual Basis

Annual Basis: 12 Month

Review of Applications Begins

Review of Applications Begins

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, please submit:

  • A current resume/CV that clearly shows how you meet the minimum qualifications.
  • Three (3) professional references with contact information. References will not be contacted without prior notice.

Department Summary

The Institute for Policy Research and Engagement (IPRE - formerly the Community Service Center) at the University of Oregon has linked the skills, expertise, capacity, and innovation of higher education with the needs of communities and organizations throughout Oregon. IPRE is an interdisciplinary applied research and experiential-learning institute at the University of Oregon. IPRE provides planning, policy, and technical assistance to Oregon communities.

Position Summary

The University of Oregon’s Institute for Policy Research and Engagement seeks to create a pool of qualified candidates to fill periodic vacancies for pro tem research/project management positions. All positions would be funding contingent, part-time, temporary assignments with an appointment of up to one year, but with the possibility of renewal for up to a total of three years depending on need, funding, and/or performance. Appointments would be as research assistants, conducting research, or project management under the direction of a principal investigator. Examples of current and past projects can be found at http://ipre.uoregon.edu/.

Minimum Requirements

  • Master’s Degree in Community and Regional Planning, Public Administration, Public Policy, Environmental Studies, or a related field.

Professional Competencies

  • Ability to efficiently manage complex planning projects/processes.
  • Commitment to justice, equity, inclusion, and diversity.
  • Ability to communicate effectively to varied audiences, both orally and in writing.
  • Understanding of complex long-range planning and development processes and issues.
  • Skills and experience in public outreach, public involvement coordination, public body (elected, appointed, volunteer) liaising, and small group facilitation.
  • Ability to evaluate, comment on, and direct master’s-level student work using formal and informal assessment tools.

Preferred Qualifications

  • American Institute of Certified Planners (or equivalent) certification.

Benefits

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

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.

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