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Research Associate

Oregon State University

Research Associate

Oregon State University

Department: Earth, Ocean & Atmo Sci (OAS)

Appointment Type: Academic Faculty

Job Location: Corvallis

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range: Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience.

Job Summary:

The College of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE ), 12-month, fixed-term, Research Associate position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Dean.

This position will join a new DoD funded project in the College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences (CEOAS ) at Oregon State University (OSU ), working directly with the project’s principal investigators (PIs) at OSU (James Watson), Steven Johnson (Cornell University), Ethan Addicott (University of Exeter) and Sarah Glaser (WWF ). The incumbent will develop game theoretic analysis of national actors competing over shifting access to fisheries resources. They will also work on theory and empirical methods for advancing the application of Natural Capital Asset Price modeling of key fisheries as they undergo climate change driven spatial shifts. This work includes data wrangling and analysis, bioeconomic modeling, and the potential for machine learning.

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
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life/diversity-and-cultural-resources that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 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
• 217k+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

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 https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee 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 https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

30% – Develop theory to describe changes in the strategic behavior of national actors certain fisheries case studies.

50% – Obtain and analyze fisheries, oceanographic, and conflict data, interpret results, and draw conclusions from results.

20% – Serve as author/co-author on peer-reviewed publications and give presentations at scientific meetings/conferences. Assist in preparation of reports for annual program review. Engage in open and respectful communication with research collaborators. Work with the supervisor to ensure research findings are available and accessible to the public.

What You Will Need

• Ph.D. in resource ecology, economics, political science, computer science, or a related discipline.
• Strong background in game theory, mathematical modeling, computational analysis and experience using and programing in python and/or R.
• Experience working with geospatial and economic datasets, machine learning, and mathematical models.
• Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication abilities, with the ability to clearly communicate scientific concepts, findings, and results for diverse audiences.
• Record of publication.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming workplace environment for individuals with a range of different backgrounds, identities, perspectives, and/or life experiences.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a research team with diverse groups of students, faculty, and staff.

What We Would Like You to Have

Experience in interdisciplinary and collaborative research.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Special Instructions to Applicants

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) A Statement of Research

4) Publications

Letters of Reference are required for this position. When applying, you will be asked to provide the email address and telephone number for 3 referees who will be sent a secure quicklink that will allow them to upload the requested letters of reference on your behalf.

For additional information please contact: James Watson at James.Watson@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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