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Pro Tem Research Assistant/Research Associate, Postdoctoral Scholar (InfoGraphics Lab) - Open Pool

University of Oregon · Eugene, OR · 2 wk ago
Temporary

About the Role

The University of Oregon InfoGraphics Lab seeks to establish a pool of qualified candidates for Pro Tem Research positions. Pro Tem Researchers contribute to interdisciplinary research at the intersection of cartography, data visualization, and spatial analysis. Research projects examine questions related to space and place across the environmental sciences, social sciences, and humanities, producing scholarly and public-facing visualizations that advance research and science communication. Examples of current and past projects can be found at http://infographics.uoregon.edu/. Research positions are funding contingent, part-time, limited duration appointments, potentially renewable for up to a total of three years, based on programmatic need, funding, and performance.

Department Summary

The InfoGraphics Lab is a hybrid research and practice center within the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) that has been a recognized leader in cartographic design, dynamic mapping, mobile application development, spatial data analysis, visualization, and GIS for 35 years. The Lab conducts interdisciplinary collaborative projects with research partners on campus, state agencies, and other universities. With 10-15 employees, including faculty, undergraduate, and graduate students, the Lab provides experiential learning opportunities, contributing to real-world projects that positively impact science and humanity.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to interdisciplinary research projects in cartography, data visualization, and spatial analysis.
  • Collaborate with diverse teams to produce scholarly and public-facing visualizations.
  • Support the Lab’s mission by engaging in projects that advance research and science communication.

Qualifications

To qualify for Research Assistant (Type B):

  • Bachelor's degree in a spatial or design field.
  • Two (2) years’ professional experience working with geospatial and/or design technologies.

To qualify for Research Assistant (Type C):

  • Master's degree in a spatial or design field.

To qualify for Research Associate or Postdoctoral Scholar:

  • Ph.D. in a spatial, design, or related field.

Professional Competencies

  • Strong background in design, cartography, data visualization, data wrangling, GIS, programming, and/or web development.
  • Ability to think creatively, solve problems, and work well in a diverse, collaborative setting.
  • Proficiency with software such as Esri’s ArcGIS suite, Adobe Creative suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), R, and/or Python.
  • Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds.
  • Commitment to contributing to institutional diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Esri’s ArcGIS suite, Adobe Creative suite, R, Python, and other relevant software.
  • Previous experience in web programming, HTML, CSS, D3, Leaflet, Mapbox.
  • Research and teaching experience.
  • Strong interest in contributing to the development of the Lab’s mission.

Application Instructions

Complete applications should include:

  • A current CV/resume.
  • Professional portfolio showing examples of your work.
  • Names and contact information for three (3) professional references. Candidates will be notified prior to references being contacted.

Note: Screening of applications will take place as positions become available and continue until positions are filled. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

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