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Work type:Faculty - Pro Tempore
Location:Eugene, OR
Categories:Communications/Public Relations/Marketing, Research/Scientific/Grants
Department: Center for Science Communication Research
Rank: Research Assistant (Type B)
Annual Basis: 12 Month
Review of Applications Begins
Applications will be reviewed as needs arise
Special Instructions to Applicants
With a completed application, please attach an updated CV
Department Summary
Scientific research starts in the lab, but it shouldn’t end there. How can we use our findings to solve real problems? How can we translate theory into action?
The Center for Science Communication Research (SCR) makes science useful by exploring how to share discoveries with the public. Through research, education, and outreach, we enhance the conversation between scientists and society. SCR enhances conversations between scientists and society with synergies between research, experiential education, and creative inquiry. In research, we lead knowledge production in the science of science communication to address today’s urgent science communication challenges and opportunities.
Position Summary
The Center for Science Communication Research seeks qualified applicants through this open pool to recruit pro tem Postdoctoral Scholars, Research Assistants, and Research Associates. These positions require excellent organizational, laboratory and communication skills and a history of successful research. The successful candidate will create innovative models and useful techniques to help improve the understanding and use of science through four transdisciplinary themes of inquiry: Human Response and Adaptation to the Environment, Producing Positive Change in Health and Health Equity, Numeracy and Critical Reasoning, and Disruptive and Instructive Media and Technology.
In rare circumstances we may hire ongoing career faculty out of this pool.
Minimum Requirements
Research Assistant:
Bachelors degree in Biology or related field
Research Associate/Postdoctoral Scholar:
PhD in Biology or related field
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