Pro Tem Research Assistant/Project Management - Open Pool

Pro Tem Research Assistant/Project Management - Open
Pool

Department: DSGN IPRE

Rank: Research Assistant

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

Applications will be accepted continuously and reviewed as
positions become available.

To apply, please submit:

• A current resume/CV that clearly shows how you meet the minimum

qualifications.

• Three (3) professional references with contact information.

References will not be contacted without prior notice.

For questions, please email CBSOHR@uoregon.edu.

Department Summary

For 50 years, the Institute for Policy Research and Engagement
(IPRE - formerly the Community Service Center) at the University of
Oregon has linked the skills, expertise, capacity, and innovation
of higher education with the needs of communities and organizations
throughout Oregon. IPRE is an interdisciplinary applied research
and experiential-learning institute at the University of Oregon.
IPRE provides planning, policy, and technical assistance to Oregon
communities.

Position Summary

The University of Oregon's Institute for Policy Research and
Engagement 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, part-time,
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, conducting research, or project
management under the direction of a principal investigator.
Examples of current and past projects can be found at http://ipre.uoregon.edu/

Successful candidates will have professional experience and a
commitment to working effectively with students, faculty, and staff
from diverse backgrounds. We invite applications from qualified
candidates who share our commitment to diversity and from members
of underrepresented groups.

Minimum Requirements

• Master's Degree in Community and Regional Planning, Public

Administration, Public Policy, Environmental Studies, or a related
field.

Professional Competencies

• Ability to efficiently manage complex planning

projects/processes.

• Commitment to justice, equity, inclusion, and diversity.
• Ability to communicate effectively to varied audiences, both

orally and in writing.

• Understanding of complex long-range planning and development

processes and issues.

• Skills and experience in public outreach, public involvement

coordination, public body (elected, appointed, volunteer) liaising,
and small group facilitation.

• Ability to evaluate, comment on, and direct master's-level

student work using formal and informal assessment tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• American Institute of Certified Planners (or equivalent)

certification.

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
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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/536749

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