About the role
Department: CAS CIS Computer & Information Science
Rank: Research Assistant (Type B)
Annual Basis: 12 Month
Review of Applications Begins
Applications will be reviewed as needs arise
Special Instructions to Applicants
In addition to a completed online application, please provide a resume or CV and include names and contact information for three professional references.
Department Summary
The Computer Science Department in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Oregon offers BS, MS, and PhD degrees in Computer Science; instruction is provided by 16 tenure track faculty, 2 emeritus faculty, and 6 career instructor faculty. The department serves approximately 600 undergraduate and 90 graduate majors, as well as offering a number of general education classes in the discipline. The primary research foci of the tenure track faculty are high-performance computing, data science, networking, and distributed systems with cross-cutting concerns of security and privacy.
Position Summary
The Computer Science Department at the University of Oregon invites applicants for its open pool for Research Assistants, Research Associates, and Postdoctoral Scholars to assist with grant-supported research. Positions are limited in duration, not to exceed one year, with the possibility of renewal for up to a total of three years, taking into consideration need, funding, and/or performance.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for the rank of Research Assistant (Type B):
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
To qualify for the rank of Research Assistant (Type C):
- Master's degree in Computer Science or related field.
To qualify for the rank of Research Associate or Postdoctoral Scholar:
- PhD in Computer Science or related field.
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.
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