Urbanism Next Pro Tem Research Assistant/Associate - Open Pool

Urbanism Next Pro Tem Research Assistant/Associate - Open
Pool

Department: Sustainable Cities Institute
(SCI)

Rank: Research Assistant (Type C)

Annual Basis: 12 Month

Review of Applications Begins

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed as
needs arise.

Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure consideration, please submit the following
documents:

• A Resume/CV

If you have questions, please email CBSOHR@uoregon.edu.

Department Summary

The Sustainable Cities Institute (SCI) is an applied think tank
focusing on sustainability in cities. We work across disciplines
inside and out of academia to redefine the delivery of higher
education, conduct applied and policy-relevant research, and serve
the public in the design and development of sustainable, resilient,
and livable cities. Our work is consistently applied,
multi-disciplinary, and sustainability-focused, matching the
complexity of cities with the disciplinary expertise to match. We
focus on everything in cities, from sustainable architecture to
transportation to engaging marginalized communities to impacting
the larger, relevant policy frameworks at the local and state
levels.

The Urbanism Next Center at the University of Oregon conducts
research and convenes partners from around the world to understand
the impacts of new mobility, urban delivery, and autonomous
vehicles on the built environment. Going beyond these emerging
technologies, we explore the possible implications on equity,
health and safety, the economy, and the environment to inform
decision-making that supports community goals. Urbanism Next brings
together experts from a wide range of disciplines including
planning, design, development, business, and law and works with the
public, private, and academic sectors to help create positive
outcomes from the impending changes and challenges confronting our
cities.

Urbanism Next is a rapidly evolving and changing organization with
an entrepreneurial spirit and will offer opportunities for change
and growth to research staff.

Position Summary

The University of Oregon's Urbanism Next Center seeks to create a
pool of qualified candidates to fill periodic vacancies for pro-tem
research/project management positions. All positions would be
funding contingent, temporary assignments with an appointment of up
to one year, but with the possibility of renewal for up to a total
of three years depending on need, funding, and/or performance.
Appointments would be as research assistants or associates,
conducting research or project management under the direction of a
principal investigator.

We invite applications from qualified candidates who share our
commitment to diversity and from members of underrepresented
groups.

Minimum Requirements

To qualify for the rank of Research Assistant (Type C):

• Master's in Planning, Public Administration, Environmental

Studies, or a related field. In exceptional circumstances, a
Bachelor's degree and significant professional experience in a
relevant field may substitute.

• Experience with applied research.

To qualify for the rank of Research Associate:

• Ph.D in Planning, Public Administration, Environmental Studies,

or a related field.

• Experience with applied research.

Professional Competencies

• Professional experience in applied research and ability to work

with other faculty, staff, and clients at the University of
Oregon.

Preferred Qualifications

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
and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable
laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy.
Questions may be referred to the Office of Equal Opportunity and
Access. Contact information, related policies, and complaint
procedures are listed
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To apply, visit https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/536941

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