Pro Tem Research Assistant/Associate/Postdoc - Optical, Molecular, and Quantum Science - Open Pool

Pro Tem Research Assistant/Associate/Postdoc - Optical,
Molecular, and Quantum Science - Open Pool

Department: Rsch Ctr Optical Molec Quant Sci

Rank: Research Assistant, Research Associate,
Senior Research Associate, Postdoctoral Scholar

Annual Basis: 12 Month

Review of Applications Begins

Applications will be reviewed as needs arise

Special Instructions to Applicants

In addition to a completed application, please submit

• A current CV - must highlight research area of interest
• Names and contact information for three professional

references

Department Summary

The Oregon Center for Optical, Molecular, and Quantum Science (OMQ)
is an interdisciplinary research center under the Vice President
for Research and Innovation and seeks to promote and facilitate
research and education in the sciences wherever optics,
spectroscopy, quantum science, and the physical investigation of
atomic and molecular processes are involved - in either fundamental
aspects or technological applications. It provides administrative
support and facilities to assist in carrying out scientific
research, promotes scientific interactions amongst members and with
the wider academic and industrial research and development
communities. Researchers in the OMQ study the fundamental
interactions between light and matter-leading to development of new
technologies to control light and matter with extreme precision in
a broad range of applications from enhanced microscopy,
spectroscopy, and communications to quantum computing and sensing.
Students-undergraduate, Master's and PhD-are involved in all
aspects of research at the center. OMQ fosters a collegial and
stimulating intellectual environment that promotes the advancement,
dissemination, and application of scientific knowledge.

Position Summary

The Oregon Center for Optical, Molecular, and Quantum Science (OMQ)
at the University of Oregon is seeking qualified applicants for its
open research pool. Positions are limited-duration,
funding-contingent research appointments that are full time,
part-time or short term, contracts not to exceed one year. There is
a 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, research associates, or
postdoctoral scholars. Research assistants conduct research under
the direction of a principal investigator; research associates
conduct research with only general guidance; 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. Successful candidates will
have the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and
students from a variety of diverse backgrounds.

Minimum Requirements

• RESEARCH ASSISTANT (TYPE B): Positions require a bachelor's

degree in Chemistry, Physics, or related field. In rare occasions,
positions in specialized fields may allow for a combination of
education and equivalent experience prior to the time of hire to
satisfy the bachelor's degree requirement.

• RESEARCH ASSISTANT (TYPE C): Positions require a master's degree

in Chemistry, Physics, or related field. In rare occasions,
positions in highly specialized fields may allow for a combination
of education and exceptional equivalent experience prior to the
time of hire to satisfy the master's degree requirement.

*Ranks for each research assistant type in ascending order are
senior research assistant I and senior research assistant II.

Research Associate rank or Postdoctoral Scholar:

• Terminal degree in Chemistry, Physics or related field.
• Professional experience conducting research in Chemistry, Physics

or related field.

Senior Research Associate I rank:

• Terminal degree in Chemistry, Physics, or related field, plus 6

years of applicable work experience post-degree.

Senior Research Associate II rank:

• Terminal degree in Chemistry, Physics, or related field, plus 12

years of applicable work experience post-degree.

Professional Competencies

• Ability to conduct research activities under appropriate

supervision and follow established research protocols.

• Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students

from a variety of diverse backgrounds.

• Strong analytical, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving

skills.

• Ability to collect, manage, and analyze research data with

accuracy and attention to detail.

• Effective written and oral communication skills appropriate for

research and scholarly environments.

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively as part

of an interdisciplinary research team.

• Commitment to maintaining a professional, inclusive, and

collegial research environment.

• Ability to comply with university policies, research compliance

requirements, and applicable safety standards.

• Strong organizational and time‑management skills to meet research

project goals and deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior research experience in optical science, spectroscopy,

molecular science, quantum science, physics, chemistry, or a
related interdisciplinary field.

• Experience conducting experimental, theoretical, or computational

research involving light-matter interactions.

• Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation, optical or

spectroscopic techniques, or quantum‑related research tools, as
applicable.

• Prior research experience in optical science, spectroscopy,

molecular science, quantum science, physics, chemistry, or a
related interdisciplinary field.

• Experience conducting experimental, theoretical, or computational

research involving light-matter interactions.

• Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation, optical or

spectroscopic techniques, or quantum‑related research tools, as
applicable.

• Experience analyzing and interpreting scientific data using

appropriate analytical or computational methods.

• Experience contributing to scholarly publications, presentations,

posters, or technical reports.

• Experience working in an interdisciplinary research environment

that includes students at the undergraduate and graduate
levels.

• For research associate or postdoctoral scholar roles: evidence of

increasing independence in research activities.

• Experience supporting grant‑funded or contract‑funded research

projects.

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.

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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
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accommodation in connection with the application process, please
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541-346-5112.

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