"(Pool) Temporary Field Technician/Research Assistant"

POSITION SUMMARY:

Pooled Recruitment: By applying to this pool, applicants are not applying for a specific position. By applying, qualified applicants will be considered for Field Technician/Research Assistant appointments that may become available at the Southern Oregon University Lab of Anthropology on an as-needed, part-time, and limited-duration basis. The appointment varies in classification, salary, and length.

Applications will be kept on file and qualified applicants contacted by the hiring department for an interview. Applicants may withdraw their application from the pool at any time. This pool may be refreshed annually and interested applicants must reapply for continued consideration.

For inquiries and additional information, please contact Human Resource Services via email at hrs@sou.edu or call 541-552-8553.

Job Family Group:

Administrative and Professional
Division/Department: School of Social Sciences/SOULA
Compensation Range: $15.00- $24.00 per hour
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Appointment Basis: Temporary/Limited Duration
Time Type: Part-time
Benefits Eligible: No
Driver License: Yes
Criminal Background Check: Yes
Lead Work/Supervisory Responsibilities: Varies based on role.
Remote Work Type: On-campus/Other - Field
Visa Sponsorship: No

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Southern Oregon University Laboratory of Anthropology works on several different archaeological projects under contract with various private, Tribal, state, and Federal agencies. This work is supervised by the SOULA director and is executed in the field in the lab by SOU students (paid as student or work-study labor), and by professional staff/individuals typically with a BA/BS in anthropology or a related field or equivalent professional experience.

Individuals in these temporary staff positions are responsible for field survey and excavation, lab cataloging, basic analysis and data entry, GIS/GPS data processing, cartographic and graphic production, report writing and editing, and supportive supervision of student workers.

Assignments typically make up the following classifications:

• Field Technician 1: Entry-level... Requires a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in anthropology or a related field. Must have transportation and a valid driver's license.
• Field Technician 2/Research Assistant Level 1: ... Requires a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in anthropology or related field with an archaeological field school or documented equivalent and some experience in the field. Must have transportation and a valid driver's license.
• Research Assistant Level 2: ... Requires a Bachelor's degree in Anthropology or related field and a minimum of 3 years of experience and an archaeological field school...
• Research Assistant Level 3: ... Requires a minimum of a Master's Degree...
• Research Assistant Level 4: ... Specialized skillset, extensive experience...

Minimum Requirements

Most positions require a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in anthropology or a related field and an archaeological field school. Dependent on job functions a Bachelor's degree may not be required.

Preferred Requirements

Experience with archaeological survey and excavation, lab work, GIS/GPS/computer graphics, spreadsheets and word processing, and detail-oriented.

Essential Functions

(100%) Supports the execution of certain aspects of a research project (after the research design is established), with supervision. Duties will vary based on job level.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Excellent communication skills...
• Ability to work with a high level of productivity...
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication...
• Ability to adapt to and work effectively in a heavily bureaucratic environment...
• Working knowledge, or ability to quickly learn, university infrastructure...

Physical Demand

• Must be physically fit...
• May be required to work under strenuous circumstances...

Special Instructions to Applicant

Each applicant is required to provide... letter... resume/CV...