Pro Tem Research Assistant​/Associate​/Postdoc Scholar; Earth Sciences - Pool

Pro Tem Research Assistant/Associate/Postdoc Scholar (Earth Sciences) – Open Pool

Department: CAS Earth Sciences

Rank:
Research Assistant (Type

B)

Annual Basis: 12 Month

Review of Applications Begins:
Applications will be reviewed as needs arise.

In addition to a completed online application, please provide a resume or CV and include names and contact information for three professional references.

The Department of Earth Sciences is an instructional department within the College of Arts and Sciences that supports significant research activities in a wide range of fields in Earth and Environmental Science. The department includes approximately 30 faculty (including TTF and NTTF), 60+ graduate students, and 100+ undergraduate majors.

• Geophysics: tectonics, seismology, remote sensing, fault mechanics, and earthquake hazards
• Volcanology: geochemistry, physical volcano logy, igneous petrology, and volcanic systems modeling
• Climate science: glaciology, paleo climate and glacial modeling, oceanography, and ice physics
• Paleontology: vertebrate paleontology, paleo ecology, paleobiogeography, and phylogenetics
• Surface processes: geochemical modeling, hydrology, soil and aqueous geochemistry, landslides, sedimentology and stratigraphy, geomorphology, and fluid mechanics
• Planetary Geology: space physics, astrobiology, and planetary interiors

The Department of Earth Sciences at the University of Oregon is inviting applications for its open pool. Positions are limited‑duration post‑doc or research appointments with durations not to exceed one year, with 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 or associates, postdoctoral scholars, and field research assistants.

Research assistants conduct research under the direction of a principal investigator.

Postdoctoral scholars conduct research under the direction of a faculty member for the purpose of acquiring research training.

Research associates conduct research with only general guidance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Earth Sciences, Geology, or related area.
• Master’s degree in Earth Sciences, Geology, or related area.
• Ph.D. in Earth Sciences, Geology, or related area.
• Professional
  
  Competencies:
  
  Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students from a variety of diverse backgrounds.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

The University of Oregon offers a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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