Position Details
Position Information
Department Forest Ecosyst & Society (FOR)
Position Title Academic Wage Appt - Salaried
Job Title Academic Wage-Salaried: Faculty Research Assistant
Appointment Type Academic Wage
Job Location Corvallis
Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option? Yes
Job Summary
The Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society is seeking an salaried Academic Wage: Faculty Research Assistant. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE ), 12-month, fixed-term position. This position is anticipated to last approximately 6 months.
This position assists in research activities focused on developing spatial products to support forest management and climate adaptation to increasing fire and climate change across forested landscapes of the western United States.
This position will participate in ongoing research projects and provide spatial analysis in support of fire and climate change adaptation. This position will use remote-sensing products (e.g. Landsat) and analysis platforms (e.g. python, Google Earth Engine) to create predictive maps and analysis tools for mapping and characterizing delayed tree mortality following fire, mapping of fire refugia, and mapping of post-fire forest structure and composition.
The position will participate in summarizing data in tables and figures, documenting methodologies, and creating meta-data for spatial products.
The position will also include analyzing/interpreting data, drawing conclusions regarding research from these analyses, and participating in scholarly activities (including co-authoring publications, making scientific presentations, etc.)
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.
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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 acomprehensive benefits package (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.
-Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.
Future and current OSU employees can use theBenefits Calculator (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator) to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .
Key Responsibilities
100% - Data analysis and development of spatial tools for visualization and summary. This will include analyzing/interpreting data, drawing conclusions regarding research from these analyses, and participating in scholarly activities (including co-authoring publications, making scientific presentations, etc.)
What You Will Need
A MS (or foreign equivalent) in geographic information systems with experience in forest science, forest ecology, fire ecology, or a closely related area prior to the start of the appointment.
Experience conducting statistical analyses and drawing relevant conclusions for developing and implementing remote sensing approaches to characterize post-fire vegetation dynamics using large regional inventories and time series data. Specific experience using and developing packages in Python and Google Earth Engine for validating results, creating spatial models with the Gradient Nearest Neighbor Method ( GNN ) and machine learning approaches, and developing online visualization tools is required.
Experience in analyzing/interpreting data, drawing conclusions regarding research from these analyses, and participating in scholarly activities (including co-authoring publications, making scientific presentations, etc.) in the @context of mapping vegetation conditions, fire effects, and post-fire disturbance.
Familiarity with forest and fire ecology of the western United States.
Ability to conduct independent research
Commitment to promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in the sciences.
What We Would Like You to Have
Ability to work effectively in and collaborate on interdisciplinary teams addressing key contemporary research questions.
Commitment and ability to serve a variety of regional stakeholders and to apply research results to forest management issues.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Work will be performed in an office environment.
Pay Method Salary
Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Recommended Full-Time Salary Range $65,000 - $75,000
Link to Position Description
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/173239
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number P09469UF
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 10/15/2025
Anticipated Appointment End Date 04/15/2026
Posting Date 09/26/2025
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date 10/10/2025
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A Curriculum Vitae; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
3) Statement of Research
4) Publications
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:
Matthew Reilly
matthew.reilly@oregonstate.edu
706-338-1372
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
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Transcripts must be submitted for all required and/or related courses. All courses must be from accredited colleges, universities, or private vocational schools. The online application system will allow you to attach your transcripts if the PDF file is 9MB or less. Transcripts must be received by the closing date. If you have trouble uploading your transcripts, reach out to the contact listed.
Supplemental Questions
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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.
