Materials Science Institute (MSI) Pro Tem Research Assistant/Associate/Postdoc - Open Pool

University of Oregon; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Materials Science Institute (MSI) at the University of Oregon in Eugene invites applications for its open pool of Pro Tem Research Assistant, Research Associate, Postdoctoral Scholar, and Senior Research Associate positions. These are full- or part-time, short-term appointments with contracts not to exceed one year, with potential renewal up to three years based on needs and performance.

Qualified applicants will hold degrees in chemistry, physics, biology, or related fields, and show the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Physics, Biology, or related field.
• Master’s degree in Chemistry, Physics, Biology, or related field.
• Experience or ability to work with faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Support research under the direction of a principal investigator.
• Engage in research training as a technician, research associate, or postdoctoral scholar.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Communication skills

Independent work

Teamwork

Compliance & safety

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/Physics/Biology

Master's degree in Chemistry/Physics/Biology

Tools

Scientific equipment

Computational tools

Job description

Materials Science Institute (MSI) Pro Tem ResearchAssistant/Associate/Postdoc - Open Pool

Department: Materials Science Institute

Rank: Research Assistant, Research Associate, Postdoctoral Scholar, Senior Research Associate

Annual Basis: 12 Month

Review of Applications Begins

Applications will be reviewed as needs arise

Department Summary

The Materials Science Institute (MSI) at the University of Oregon is an interdisciplinary institute, founded in 1985 as a State Center of Excellence. Its purpose is to study the structure and properties of materials, to educate in the sciences of materials, and to serve Oregon as a resource in these sciences.

More information about the Materials Science Institute at the University of Oregon may be found by visiting the Institute's website at: http://materialscience.uoregon.edu.

Position Summary

The Materials Science Institute seeks qualified applicants for its open research faculty pool. Positions are limited duration, funding contingent postdoctoral or pro tempore research appointments that are full-time, part-time, or short-term, with contracts not to exceed one year. There may be a possibility of renewal up to a total of three years, depending on program needs, funding, and performance.

Example position needs may include research assistants (commonly known as technicians), research associates, as well as postdoctoral scholars. Research assistants conduct research under the 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. Successful candidates will have the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students from a variety of diverse backgrounds.

Minimum Requirements

• RESEARCH ASSISTANT (TYPE B): Positions require a bachelor'sdegree in Chemistry, Physics, Biology, or related field. In rareoccasions, positions in specialized fields may allow for acombination of education and equivalent experience prior to thetime of hire to satisfy the bachelor's degree requirement.
• RESEARCH ASSISTANT (TYPE C): Positions require a master's degreein Chemistry, Physics, Biology, or related field. In rareoccasions, positions in highly specialized fields may allow for acombination of education and exceptional equivalent experienceprior to the time of hire to satisfy the master's degreerequirement.

Ranks for each research assistant type in ascending order are senior research assistant I and senior research assistant II.

Research Associate rank or Postdoctoral Scholar:

• Terminal degree in Chemistry, Physics, Biology or related field.
• Professional experience conducting research in Chemistry, Physics, Biology or related field.

Senior Research Associate I rank:

• Terminal degree in Chemistry, Physics, Biology or related field, plus 6 years of applicable work experience post-degree.

Senior Research Associate II rank:

• Terminal degree in Chemistry, Physics, Biology or related field, plus 12 years of applicable work experience post-degree.

Professional Competencies

• Ability to conduct research activities under appropriate supervision and follow established research protocols.
• Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students from a variety of diverse backgrounds.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collect, manage, and analyze research data with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Effective written and oral communication skills appropriate for a research environment.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative research team.
• Commitment to maintaining a professional, inclusive, and respectful research environment.
• Ability to follow university policies, research compliance requirements, and laboratory safety standards.
• Time management skills sufficient to meet research deadlines and project goals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior research experience in materials science, chemistry, physics, biology, engineering, or a related interdisciplinary field.
• Experience working in a laboratory or research setting, including use of scientific equipment or computational tools, as applicable.
• Demonstrated experience contributing to research publications, presentations or technical reports.
• Familiarity with data analysis techniques, experimental methods, or computational modeling relevant to materials science research.
• Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary research team.
• For postdoctoral or research associate roles: evidence of increasing independence in research activities.
• Experience supporting grant-funded or contract-funded research projects.

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

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefitspackage to eligible employees, including health insurance,retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit ourwebsite.

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