Academic Wage Appt - Hourly: Faculty Research Assistant (Internal Employment Opportunity)

Oregon State University Corvallis , OR 97333

Posted 6 days ago

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Position Information

Department Sch of Mech/Ind/Mfg Engr (EMM) Position Title Academic Wage Appt

  • Hourly Job Title Academic Wage Appt

  • Hourly: Faculty Research Assistant (Internal Employment Opportunity) Appointment Type Academic Wage Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Not benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Job Summary

This is an Internal Employment Opportunity

The School of Mechanical, Industrial, and Manufacturing Engineering (MIME) is seeking an hourly Academic Wage: Faculty Research Assistant. This is a part-time (0.45 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. This position is anticipated to last approximately 2 months.

The Faculty Research Assistant will support the PI in research on human-in-loop underwater robot manipulation. The Faculty Research Assistant will identify, collect, analyze, and interpret primary data describing how humans interpret sensing data from a robot manipulator, and how humans interact with an autonomous manipulator system to make decisions about the best way to grasp objects. They will assist with behavioral research design, human subjects data collection, and data analysis. They will write research papers. They may work with undergraduate and graduate students working on similar projects.

The College of Engineering (COE) is committed to building a community of faculty, students, and staff that is increasingly inclusive, collaborative, diverse, and centered on student success.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves - we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS:

  • Top 1.4% university in the world

  • More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined

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  • 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties

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  • 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates

  • 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color

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Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.

  • Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.

  • Retirement savings paid by the university.

  • A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.

  • Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.

  • Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.

Key Responsibilities

60% Research and Publication/Dissemination

30% Laboratory Management and Support

10% Project Management and Other Duties as Assigned

What You Will Need

  • Bachelor's degree in psychology or equivalent field

  • Knowledge of behavioral research methods and statistics.

  • Experience Programming in R.

  • Experience with Document preparation using Overleaf

  • General knowledge of human-in-loop underwater robot manipulation and shared autonomy systems

  • Experience working effectively with diverse groups of students, researchers, and staff.

What We Would Like You to Have

Previous research experience in human-in-loop underwater robot manipulation

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Most work will be completed in a lab environment during normal business hours

Pay Method Hourly Pay Period 16th

  • 15th of the following month Pay Date Last working day of the month Recommended Full-Time Salary Range Salary is commensurate with education, training and experience Link to Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/155574

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P08174UF Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 07/01/2024 Anticipated Appointment End Date 09/15/2024 Posting Date 06/12/2024 Full Consideration Date Closing Date 07/02/2024 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Internal Special Instructions to Applicants

This posting has been re-opened in order to expand the original applicant pool.

This is an Internal Employment Opportunity.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

  1. A Resume/CV; and

  2. A Cover Letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

  3. Statement of Research


You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

For additional information please contact:

Cristina Wilson

wilsoncr@oregonstate.edu

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

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