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

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. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check. The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website . The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112. UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship, service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed here . In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online . To apply, visit https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/536640 je-4236886daf6c474fb113aa5d539786b5