Department: HEDCO Institute for Evidence-Based Educational Practice
Rank: Research Assistant, Research Associate, Postdoctoral Scholar
Annual Basis: 12 Month

Review of Applications Begins

Applications will be reviewed as needs arise

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications are completed online and must include:
• a letter of interest
• a current résumé/curriculum vita

All application materials should specifically address how you as an applicant meet the minimum and preferred qualifications for this position.

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis. Screening of applications will take place as positions become available and will continue until positions are filled.

This pool will remain active until June 30, 2025.

Department Summary

The HEDCO Institute is a research and outreach unit within the University of Oregon (UO) College of Education (COE), which aims to close the gap between educational research and practice. The HEDCO Institute’s core mechanism for improving practice is through the conduct of authoritative rapid evidence reviews and research syntheses that meet the immediate decision-making demands of local, state, and national school leaders. The work of the HEDCO Institute is carried out by a team of faculty and staff who work collaboratively with affiliated faculty at the UO and an external advisory board comprised of research and policy partner institutions, school leadership organizations, professional societies, foundations, and business and industry partners. The HEDCO Institute also provides research and outreach training and experience to students from across the COE and the UO.

The UO COE is organized into three academic departments and 14 research and outreach units. All departments include both tenure and career non-tenure track faculty, as well as graduate and undergraduate programs addressing the full range of issues present in educational and social systems. Our faculty are devoted to inspiring and mentoring the approximately 1,500 undergraduate and graduate students in the COE who will be the next generation of educational and social science leaders. A range of academic degrees and majors are offered, including communication disorders and sciences, elementary and secondary education, school psychology, counseling psychology, couples, and family therapy, special education, education studies, administrators, and research methodologists. As noted in our mission statement, COE faculty, staff, and students are committed to developing and validating programs that prepare scholars and practitioners, while promoting respect for diversity, equitable opportunities, and inclusive environments. The COE is currently ranked 5th among all public institutions, and 14th among all public and private institutions nationally (U.S. News and World Report, 2019). College of Education graduate programs are some of the highest-ranked in the country for both research scholarship and graduate education, including Educational Leadership, Counseling Psychology, School Psychology, and Special Education programs. Faculty are dedicated to enhancing multicultural competencies, promoting social justice, and promoting education and prevention sciences and practices.

The HEDCO Institute is a central research and outreach unit in the COE that operates within the Dean’s Office. Functions of the HEDCO Institute thus facilitate the success of the entire college as well as external alumni, donors, and community partners.

Position Summary

The HEDCO Institute at the University of Oregon is seeking qualified applicants for its open research pool. Positions are limited-duration appointments potentially renewable for up to a total of three years.

Research activities will involve participating in research synthesis projects on a wide range of topics related to K-12 schooling, including topics related to students’ educational, social, behavioral, and emotional well-being. The position requires demonstrated knowledge of research synthesis methods, including but not limited to rapid evidence synthesis, systematic reviewing, meta-analysis, and evidence gap analysis.

Research Associates and Postdoctoral Scholars will conduct independent research and participate on research teams.

Research Assistants will conduct research under the direction of Research Associates and participate on research teams.

Some positions may include overnight travel and/or extensive previous experience in a similar job role.

Minimum Requirements

Research Assistant:
• Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Sciences, or a related area
• Senior Assistant I rank requires a bachelor's degree AND 6+ years of experience
• Senior Assistant II rank requires a bachelor's degree AND 12+ years of experience

Research Associate:
• Terminal degree in Education, Social Sciences, or a related area
• Senior Associate I rank requires a terminal degree AND 6+ years of experience post-terminal degree
• Senior Associate II rank requires a terminal degree AND 12+ years of experience post-terminal degree

Postdoctoral Scholar:
• Doctorate degree in Education, Social Sciences, or related area.

Professional Competencies

• Ability to communicate and work effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds and an interest in creating and maintaining a diverse learning and working environment.
• Excellent writing and communications skills.
• Demonstrated self-motivation and leadership capacity.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain the overall program mission.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.

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 https://hr.uoregon.edu/about-benefits.

The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. 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 contact us at uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.

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