Pro Tem Research Assistant/Associate/Postdoc Scholar (Earth Sciences) - Open Pool
Pro Tem Research Assistant/Associate/Postdoc Scholar (Earth Sciences) - Open Pool
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Department: CAS Earth Sciences
Rank: Research Assistant (Type B)
Annual Basis: 12 Month
Review of Applications Begins
Applications will be reviewed as needs arise
Special Instructions to Applicants
In addition to a completed online application please provide a resume or CV and include names and contact information for three professional references.
Department Summary
The Department of Earth Sciences is an instructional department within the College of Arts and Sciences that supports significant research activities in a wide range of fields in Earth and Environmental Science. The department includes approximately 30 faculty (including TTF and NTTF) 60 graduate students and 100 undergraduate majors. Research and graduate education in the Department of Earth Sciences focuses on the following subfields: (a) Geophysics: tectonics seismology remote sensing and fault mechanics as well as earthquake hazards; (b) Volcanology: geochemistry physical volcanology igneous petrology and volcanic systems modeling; (c) Climate science: glaciology paleoclimate and glacial modeling oceanography and ice physics; (d) Paleontology: vertebrate paleontology paleoecology paleobiogeography and phylogenetics; (e) Surface processes: Geochemical modeling hydrology soil and aqueous geochemistry landslides sedimentology and stratigraphy geomorphology and fluid mechanics; (f) Planetary Geology: space physics astrobiology and planetary interiors.
Position Summary
The Department of Earth Sciences at the University of Oregon is inviting applications for its open pool. Positions are limited-duration post-doc or research appointments with durations not to exceed one year with a possibility of renewal up to a total of three years depending on program needs funding and performance.
Examples of research positions potentially available include research assistants or associates postdoctoral scholars and field research assistants. Research assistants conduct research under direction of a principal investigator; postdoctoral scholars conduct research under the direction of a faculty member for the purpose of acquiring research training; research associates conduct research with only general guidance.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for the rank of Research Assistant (Type B):
Bachelors degree in Earth Sciences Geology or related area.
To qualify for the rank of Research Assistant (Type C):
Masters degree in Earth Sciences Geology or related area.
To qualify for the rank of Research Associate or Postdoctoral Scholar:
Ph.D. in Earth Sciences Geology or related area.
Professional Competencies
Ability to work effectively with faculty staff and students from a variety of diverse backgrounds.
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 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 .
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