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

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

Department: CAS Anthropology

Rank: Research Assistant, Research Associate

Annual Basis: 12 Month

Review of Applications Begins

Applications will be reviewed as needs arise

Special Instructions to Applicants

Complete applications should include:

1. A current resume that outlines your educational and work
experience. These details are used to determine if applicants meet
the qualifications of this position.

2. Names and contact 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.

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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
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Questions may be referred to the Office of Equal Opportunity and
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procedures are listed
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To apply, visit https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/536640

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