"Pro Tem Research Asst/Assoc/Postdoc - Open Pool"

Job Details

Pro Tem Research Asst/Assoc/Postdoc - Open Pool
Department: Oregon Education Science Lab (OESL)
Rank: Research Assistant (Type B)
Annual Basis: 12 Month
Review of Applications Begins
Applications will be reviewed as needs arise.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications are completed online and must include a current resume/CV.
Note: You will be asked to submit the names and contact information of three professional references as part of the application process. All application materials should specifically address how you as an applicant meet the minimum and preferred qualifications for this position.
Applications will be accepted continuously. Screening of applications will take place as positions become available and will continue until positions are filled.
This pool will remain active until July 31, 2026.
Department Summary
The Oregon Education Science Laboratory (OESL) is a research unit within the College of Education at the University of Oregon that conducts research on teaching and learning in STEM+C education (science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and computing) with an emphasis on creating and studying learning environments that foster equity and inclusion for historically underrepresented groups.
OESL is comprised of more than five Principal Investigators/Researchers who hold tenure and non-tenure track faculty positions, a business manager, two officers of administration, three graduate employees, as well as temporary employees, student employees, and courtesy research appointments and affiliates that vary in need. For the past years, OESL has operated with approximately 1.5 to 2 million dollars of annual revenue from federal grants and state contracts.
Position Summary
The Oregon Education Science Laboratory at the University of Oregon is seeking qualified applicants for its open research pool. Positions are limited duration appointments potentially renewable for up to a total of three years.
Potential areas of research include: research; program development; statistical analyses related to all phases of preparation of scientific papers, presentations, and grant applications; staff professional development at project level; and off-site research activities with a variety of populations including persons with identified developmental disabilities.
Research Associates and Postdoctoral Scholars will conduct independent research and participate on research teams.
Research Assistants will conduct research under the direction of Research Associates and participate on research teams.
Some positions may require bilingual written and oral fluency.
Some positions may include overnight travel and/or extensive previous experience in a similar job role.
Minimum Requirements
Research Assistant Category:

• Bachelor's degree in education or a related area
• Senior Assistant I rank requires a bachelor's degree AND 6+ years of experience

Research Associate Rank Category:

• Terminal degree in Education, Special Education, Educational Psychology, Educational Administration or related area
• Senior Associate I rank requires a bachelor's degree AND 6+ years of experience

Postdoctoral Scholar:

• Doctorate degree in Education, Special Education, Educational Psychology, Educational Administration or related area

Professional Competencies

• Ability to communicate and work effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds and an interest in creating and maintaining a diverse learning and working environment.
• Excellent writing and communications skills.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain overall program mission.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
To apply, visit https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/536439