Urbanism Next Pro Tem Research Assistant/Associate - Open Pool

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed as needs arise.

About the Department

The Sustainable Cities Institute (SCI) is an applied think tank focusing on sustainability in cities. We work across disciplines inside and out of academia to redefine the delivery of higher education, conduct applied and policy-relevant research, and serve the public in the design and development of sustainable, resilient, and livable cities. Our work is consistently applied, multi-disciplinary, and sustainability-focused, matching the complexity of cities with the disciplinary expertise to match. We focus on everything in cities, from sustainable architecture to transportation to engaging marginalized communities to impacting the larger, relevant policy frameworks at the local and state levels.

The Urbanism Next Center at the University of Oregon conducts research and convenes partners from around the world to understand the impacts of new mobility, urban delivery, and autonomous vehicles on the built environment. Going beyond these emerging technologies, we explore the possible implications on equity, health and safety, the economy, and the environment to inform decision-making that supports community goals. Urbanism Next brings together experts from a wide range of disciplines including planning, design, development, business, and law and works with the public, private, and academic sectors to help create positive outcomes from the impending changes and challenges confronting our cities. Urbanism Next is a rapidly evolving and changing organization with an entrepreneurial spirit and will offer opportunities for change and growth to research staff.

About the Role

The University of Oregon’s Urbanism Next Center 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, 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 or associates, conducting research or project management under the direction of a principal investigator. We invite applications from qualified candidates who share our commitment to diversity and from members of underrepresented groups.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements for Research Assistant (Type C):

• Master’s in Planning, Public Administration, Environmental Studies, or a related field.
• In exceptional circumstances, a Bachelor’s degree and significant professional experience in a relevant field may substitute.
• Experience with applied research.

Minimum Requirements for Research Associate:

• Ph.D in Planning, Public Administration, Environmental Studies, or a related field.
• Experience with applied research.

Qualifications

• Professional experience in applied research and ability to work with other faculty, staff, and clients at the University of Oregon.

Benefits

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• Health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Paid time off