Urbanism Pro Tem Research Assistant​/Associate - Pool

The University of Oregon is seeking candidates for temporary Urbanism Next Research Assistant/Associate positions in Portland, OR. These roles involve conducting research and project management related to sustainable urbanism. Candidates should have relevant educational backgrounds, with an emphasis on diversity and inclusion. The positions are contingent on funding and may last up to one year, with possible renewal. Applications will be reviewed as needs arise.
Position: Urbanism Next Pro Tem Research Assistant/Associate - Open Pool

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Work type: Faculty - Pro Tempore
Location: Portland, OR
Categories: Architecture/Art/Design, Research/Scientific/Grants
Review of Applications Begins

September 16, 2024, applications reviewed as needs arise
Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure consideration, please include the following with your online application:

• Current resume which outlines your educational and professional work experience, including dates of employment.

• Name and contact information for three professional references.

Candidates will be notified prior to references being contacted. Any application missing the above information may be considered incomplete.
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.

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 experience in applied research and ability to work with other faculty, staff, and clients at the University of Oregon.

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 here.

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…