Pro Tem Research Assistant/Associate/Engineer - Open Pool

Pro Tem Research Assistant/Associate/Engineer - Open Pool

Department: Knight Campus

Rank: Research Assistant, Research Associate, Research Engineer

Annual Basis: 12 Month

Review of Applications Begins

Applications will be reviewed as needs arise

Special Instructions to Applicants

Along with your online application, please upload your current CV

Department Summary

The Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact is an ambitious initiative designed to fast-track scientific discoveries into innovations that improve the quality of life for people in Oregon, the nation, and the world. The campus creates the intellectual infrastructure to establish Oregon as a center for both research and development, making Oregon a place where companies can start up and grow. The Knight Campus is reshaping the higher education landscape in Oregon by training the next generations of scientists, forging tighter ties with industry and entrepreneurs, and creating new educational opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students.

Position Summary

The Knight Campus is seeking qualified applicants for its open research pool. Open positions may include research assistants (commonly known as technicians), research associates, and research engineers. Research assistants conduct research under the direction of a Principal Investigator; research associates and research engineers conduct research with only general guidance. Research Engineer duties include technical expertise and providing technical support for equipment &/or facilities.

We encourage you to apply if you have experience in scientific disciplines including bioengineering, neuroengineering, engineering, human physiology, applied chemistry, applied physics, and biology, or closely related fields. Successful candidates will have the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students from a variety of diverse backgrounds.

Positions are funding contingent research appointments.

Minimum Requirements

Research Assistant

• a Bachelor's or Master's degree in bioengineering, biochemistry, biology, biophysics, human physiology, physics, chemistry, chemical engineering or related disciplines

Research Associate and Research Engineer

• a terminal degree by the start of the position with relevant professional experience in a research lab

Professional Competencies

• Analytic skills
• Research and laboratory skills
• Organizational skills
• Strong team ethic
• Attention to detail
• Effective Communication

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong academic record