Department: CAS Anthropology
Rank: Research Assistant, Research Associate
Annual Basis: 9 Month
Review of Applications Begins
Applications will be reviewed as needs arise
Special Instructions to Applicants
In addition to your online application, please provide:
• A current resume or CV
• Names and contact information for at least three (3) professional references
Department Summary
The Department of Anthropology at the University of Oregon 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. As anthropologists, we are engaged in understanding recent and historical developments in the world at large, and we also seek to bring anthropological perspectives to bear on the problems of a modern global society. The department embraces a broad intellectual pluralism where different theoretical and methodological approaches are recognized and valued.
Position Summary
The Department of Anthropology invites applications for its research open pool. Positions will be limited-term research 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
• 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.
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