Job Details

Pro Tem Research Assistant/Associate (Anthropology) - Open Pool

Department: CAS Anthropology

Rank: Research Assistant, Research Associate

Annual Basis: 12 Month

Review of Applications Begins

Applications will be reviewed as needs arise

Special Instructions to Applicants

Complete applications should include: 1. A current resume that outlines your educational and work experience. These details are used to determine if applicants meet the qualifications of this position. 2. Names and contact information for three professional references. Candidates will be notified prior to references being contacted.

Department Summary

The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) is the intellectual hub of the University of Oregon, serving nearly two-thirds of all students. Home to more than 800 faculty across 50+ departments and programs in the humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences, CAS is a dynamic and interdisciplinary academic community. Our faculty and advisors work closely with students to develop critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and clear communication skills to address real-world challenges. CAS staff and managers are integral to this work, playing vital roles in supporting academic excellence and advancing the mission of both the College and the University.

The Department of Anthropology at the University of Oregon is composed of three subfields: Archaeology, Biological Anthropology, and Sociocultural Anthropology. The department is dedicated to better understanding human cultural and biological origins and diversity through education and research. The faculty is committed to excellence in teaching and to the advancement of knowledge through local, national, and international programs of research. The department embraces a broad intellectual pluralism where different theoretical and methodological approaches are recognized and valued.

The Department of Anthropology is distinctive in its integration of the anthropological subfields via five areas of expertise and focus: Evolution, Ecology, and Environment; Indigenous and Minoritized Groups; Food, Health, and Society; Identity, Heritage, and Globalization; and Sex, Gender, and Sexuality. The Department of Anthropology includes multiple labs across campus with ongoing research, as well as research projects happening across the world. To learn more, visit: https://socialsciences.uoregon.edu/anthropology/research/research-labs.

Position Summary

Pro Tem Research positions will be limited-term appointments with durations not to exceed one year. Some positions may carry 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, field research assistants, and research associates. Research assistant positions conduct research under direction of a principal investigator; research associates conduct research with only general guidance.

Minimum Requirements

To qualify for the rank of Research Assistant (Type B): Bachelor's degree in Anthropology, Earth Sciences, Geology, or related area.

To qualify for the rank of Research Assistant (Type C): Master's degree in Anthropology, Earth Sciences, Geology or related area.

To qualify for the rank of Research Associate: Ph.D. in Anthropology, Earth Sciences, Geology, or related area.

Professional Competencies

Commitment to working effectively with a team students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds and across a range of disciplines.