Department: Materials Science Institute
Rank: Research Assistant/Associate/Postdoctoral Scholar
Annual Basis: 12 Month
Review of Applications Begins
Applications will be reviewed as needs arise
Special Instructions to Applicants
Complete applications must include a CV, cover letter detailing how you meet the qualifications and your area of research expertise, and three professional references.
Department Summary
The Materials Science Institute at the University of Oregon is an interdisciplinary institute, founded in 1985 as a State Center of Excellence. Its purpose is to study the structure and properties of materials, to educate in the sciences of materials, and to serve Oregon as a resource in these sciences.
More information about the Materials Science Institute at the University of Oregon may be found by visiting the Institute's website at: http://materialscience.uoregon.edu.
Position Summary
The Materials Science Institute at the University of Oregon is seeking qualified applicants for its open research pool. Positions are limited duration, funding contingent post doc or research appointments that are full time, part time or short term, contracts not to exceed one year. Possibility of renewal up to a total of three years, depending on program needs, funding, and performance. The successful candidate will have the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students from a variety of diverse backgrounds.
Examples include research assistants (commonly known as technicians) or research associates, and postdoctoral scholars. Research assistants conduct research under direction of a principal investigator; postdoctoral research associates conduct research under the direction of a faculty member for the purpose of acquiring research training; research associates conduct research with only general guidance.
Minimum Requirements
Minimum qualifications by rank:
• Research assistant: bachelors degree in physics, biology, chemistry or related field;
• Research associate: terminal degree in physics, biology, chemistry or related field;
• Postdoctoral Research Scholar: terminal degree in physics, biology, chemistry or related field, along with professional experience in a research lab.
Professional Competencies
Professional experience in a research lab.
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