Pro Tem Research Assistant (InfoGraphics Lab) - Open Pool

University of Oregon; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Oregon’s InfoGraphics Lab seeks a Research Assistant to support interdisciplinary projects in design and geospatial technologies. This part-time, temporary role offers the chance to work collaboratively in a diverse team, contributing to impactful projects that enhance science and humanity. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and have experience with design and geospatial technologies. The position is contingent on funding and may be renewed based on performance.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Two years’ professional experience with geospatial/design technologies.
• Strong background in design, cartography, data visualization.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research or project management under faculty direction.
• Contribute to interdisciplinary research projects.

Skills

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Creativity

Education

Bachelor’s in a spatial or design field

Tools

ArcGIS

Adobe Creative Suite

R

Python

Job description

Department: CAS Infographics Lab

Rank: Research Assistant (Type B)

Annual Basis: 9 Month

Review of Applications Begins

Applications will be reviewed as needs arise.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Complete application should include:

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. Provide a professional portfolio showing examples of your work.
3. Names and contact information for three professional references.

Department Summary

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

Position Summary

The University of Oregon’s InfoGraphics Lab seeks to create a pool of qualified candidates to fill periodic vacancies for temporary research and project management positions to contribute to interdisciplinary research projects with specialized technical or domain-specific requirements. All positions would be funding contingent, part-time, 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 at the rank of research assistant (type B), conducting research or project management under the direction of a faculty member. Examples of current and past projects can be found at http://infographics.uoregon.edu/.

Minimum Requirements

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

Professional Competencies

• Commitment to working effectively with a diverse team of students, faculty, and staff from various backgrounds and disciplines.
• 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 collaborative setting.
• Proficiency with software such as Esri’s ArcGIS suite, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), R, and/or Python.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ArcGIS, Adobe Creative Suite, R, Python, web programming, HTML, CSS, D3, Leaflet, Mapbox.
• Research and teaching experience.
• Strong interest in contributing to the Lab’s mission.

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

Benefits and Equal Opportunity

The University of Oregon offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. More information is available at https://hr.uoregon.edu/about-benefits.

The university is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to diversity and ADA compliance. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For accommodations, contact [e-mail] or call 541-346-5112.

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