Postdoctoral Scholar/Pro tem Research Assistant/Associate - open pool

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Postdoctoral Scholar/Pro tem Research Assistant/Associate - open pool

Apply now Job no: 536172
Work type: Faculty - Pro Tempore
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Biology/Life Sciences, Research/Scientific/Grants, Neuroscience

Department: Institute of Molecular Biology
Rank: Research Assistant, Research Associate, Postdoctoral Scholar
Annual Basis: 12 Month

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Applications will be reviewed as needs arise.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please complete the online application, uploading your CV.

Department Summary

The Institute of Neuroscience (ION) is a group of biologists, psychologists, and human physiologists at the University of Oregon that has pooled its expertise to tackle fundamental questions in neuroscience - questions such as, "How do neural stem cells choose between self-renewal and differentiation?" "What mechanisms generate the large diversity of neurons within the brain?" "How do these neurons ’wire up’ into functional circuits?" "How do neural circuits produce behavior?"

Position Summary

The Institute of Neuroscience (ION) seeks qualified applicants through this open pool to recruit Postdoctoral Scholars, pro tem Research Assistants, and Research Associates. These positions require excellent organizational, laboratory and communication skills and a history of successful research. The successful candidate will participate in a variety of types of experiments in one of four research areas: Developmental Biology, Systems Neuroscience, Cognitive Neuroscience and Computational/Theoretical Neuroscience.

Minimum Requirements

Research Assistant:

• Bachelors degree in Biology or related field

Research Associate/Postdoctoral Scholar:

• PhD in Biology 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 our website .

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Advertised: December 15, 2025 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close: December 14, 2026 Pacific Standard Time

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