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Work type:Faculty - Pro Tempore
Location:Eugene, OR
Categories:Natural Science, Research/Scientific/Grants, Chemistry, Physics, Math

Department: Institute for Fundamental Science
Rank: Research Assistant
Annual Basis: 12 Month

Applications will be reviewed as needs arise.

Complete applications must include a CV, a cover letter detailing how you meet the qualifications and your area of research expertise, and three professional references.

The Institute for Fundamental Science (IFS) at the University of Oregon is the home for research whose primary aim is to understand, explore, and extend the fundamental laws of nature, with an emphasis on the consequences of observable phenomena. The IFS brings together the UO’s investigations in experimental and theoretical high-energy particle physics, astrophysics and astronomy, and is complemented by a variety of inquiries into other foundational topics.

More information about the Institute for Fundamental Science at the University of Oregon may be found by visiting the Institute's website at: http://ifs.uoregon.edu.

The Institute for Fundamental Science at the University of Oregon is seeking qualified applicants for its open research pool. Positions are limited-duration, funding-contingent research appointments that are full-time, part-time, or short-term, contracts not to exceed one year. There is a possibility of renewal for up to a total of three years, depending on program needs, funding, and performance. The successful candidate will have the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students from a variety of diverse backgrounds.

Examples include research assistants, research associates, or postdoctoral scholars. Research assistants conduct research under the direction of a principal investigator; research associates conduct research with only general guidance; postdoctoral scholars conduct research under the direction of a faculty member for the purpose of acquiring research training.

Minimum qualifications by rank:
• Research Assistant: Bachelor's degree in physics, chemistry, math, astronomy, or related field;

• Research Associate: Terminal degree in physics, chemistry, math, astronomy, or related field;

• Postdoctoral Scholar: Doctoral degree in physics, chemistry, math, astronomy, or related field.

• Professional experience conducting research in physics, chemistry, math, astronomy, or related field.

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