Pro Tem Research Assistant - Open Pool
Pro Tem Research Assistant - Open Pool
Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Share
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Not Disclosed
Salary Not Disclosed
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Department: DSGN School of Architecture & Environment (SAE)
Rank: Research Assistant
Annual Basis: 12 Month
Review of Applications Begins
Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed as needs arise
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please include a CV and contact information for three professional references.
Department Summary
The Energy Studies in Buildings Laboratories (ESBL) and Institute for Health in the Built Environment (IHBE) seek to expand their interdisciplinary team that spans expertise in architectural design building performance energy efficiency building science and engineering building acoustics indoor microbiology and indoor air quality. ESBL and IHBE collaborate within the University of Oregon College of Design and School of Architecture and Environment. In 2018 ESBL the Biology and Built Environment Center and the Baker Lighting Laboratory launched the Institute for Health in the Built Environment a collaboration with multiple academic institutions centers and labs in collaboration with private industry philanthropic organizations and government agencies to reduce energy consumption of buildings and improve the health and wellbeing of building inhabitants.
Learn more about our research programs here:
Institute for Health in the Built Environment: https://buildhealth.uoregon/
Energy Studies in Buildings Laboratory: https://blogs.uoregon/esbl/
Biology and the Build Environment: https://biobe.uoregon/
Baker Lighting Laboratory: https://baker.uoregon/
Position Summary
Research Assistants will be working on research that involves one or more of the following areas: building air quality/circulation energy budgeting building/timber life cycle analysis structural composite analysis carbon accounting and acoustic reporting of mass timber assemblies. An ideal candidate should have experience in the timber industry with mass timber construction building and mass timber acoustics and/or human health as it relates to the built environment. College of Design and School of Architecture and Environment. In 2018 ESBL the Biology and Built Environment Center and the Baker Lighting Laboratory launched the Institute for Health in the Built Environment a collaboration with multiple academic institutions centers and labs in collaboration with private industry philanthropic organizations and government agencies to reduce energy consumption of buildings and improve the health and wellbeing of building inhabitants.
Minimum Requirements
A bachelors degree in architecture/engineering or a closely related field.
Experience with concepts analytical techniques and measurement equipment of building systems and architectural design.
Experience with building science data analytics and statistical analysis.
Experience with building management and automation systems and building HVAC and lighting equipment.
Experience working as part of a group or team in a team atmosphere.
Professional Competencies
Exceptional problemsolving.
Experience with software troubleshooting.
Excellent oral and written communication skills; attention to detail.
Organizational problemsolving project management and time management skills.
Selfstarter able to work independently.
Overall commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity including the ability to communicate and work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with Siemens Navigator and Insight building management systems.
Familiarity with EnergyPlus energy modeling software.
Experience with 3D modeling software such as Revit Rhinoceros and SketchUp.
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite.
Familiarity with HVAC and lighting systems commissioning.
Experience with Excel Matlab R or other programs to automate data handling.
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 https://hr.uoregon/aboutbenefits.
The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. 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 contact us at or.
UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression pregnancy (including pregnancyrelated conditions) age physical or mental disability genetic information (including family medical history) ancestry familial status citizenship service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state law) veteran status expunged juvenile record and/or the use of leave protected by state or federal law in all programs activities and employment practices as required by Title IX other applicable laws and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Office of Investigations and Civil Rights Compliance. Contact information related policies and complaint procedures are listed here.
In compliance with federal law the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://clery.uoregon/annualcampussecurityandfiresafetyreport.
Employment Type
Temp
