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Academic Wage-Hourly: Research Associate
Corvallis, United States
Academic Wage-Hourly: Research Associate
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
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:
Megan McClelland
megan.mcclelland@oregonstate.edu
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
1) A resume; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
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:
Megan McClelland
megan.mcclelland@oregonstate.edu
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
Position Details
Position Information
Department
Public Hlth/HumanSci Adm (HHS)
Position Title
Academic Wage Appt - Hourly
Job Title
Academic Wage-Hourly: Research Associate
Appointment Type
Academic Wage
Job Location
Corvallis
Benefits Eligible
Not benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Job Summary
The Hallie E. Ford Center for Healthy Children and Families in the College of Health is seeking an hourly Academic Wage: Research Associate. This is a part-time (0.49 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. This position is anticipated to last 9 months.
The Research Associate will work in the Hallie E. Ford Center (HFC) on a variety of grants and projects including research related to child development, school readiness, and the Early Learning System Initiative (ELSI). The Research Associate will conduct research, and evaluate and analyze data on the Red Light, Purple Light project and grant and in the Evaluation Core of ELSI. This position will be housed within the Hallie E. Ford Center for Healthy Children and Families as part of the College of Health.
The Research Associate will work in the Hallie E. Ford Center (HFC) on a variety of grants and projects including research related to child development, school readiness, and the Early Learning System Initiative (ELSI). The Research Associate will conduct research, and evaluate and analyze data on the Red Light, Purple Light project and grant and in the Evaluation Core of ELSI. This position will be housed within the Hallie E. Ford Center for Healthy Children and Families as part of the College of Health.
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:
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:
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
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 cultural resource centers 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 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.
- 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 the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Key Responsibilities
95% Research and Scholarship:
Coordinate and conduct research and scholarship related to grant deliverables. These activities may include:
- Data management, data analyses, and writing reports
- Publishing in peer-reviewed academic journals, writing research briefs
- Presenting at professional and practitioner meetings
- Participating in various aspects of funded research projects in the Hallie Ford Center at OSU
- Assist with grant writing and grant proposals for early childhood-related projects.
5% Teaching/Advising/Service:
Perform appropriate service that contributes to the School, College, University, and profession.
- Teach and advise students as required and time permitting.
- Attend project meetings with other collaborators to present and discuss progress.
- Engage in open and respectful communication with research collaborators.
What You Will Need
- Ph.D. in HDFS/early care and education/developmental/educational psychology or a related field.
- Content expertise and/or applied experience related to professional development in child development, early care and education.
- Research interests and experience in child development.
- Strong analytical skills (multivariate models, multi-level models and SEM) and experience with statistical analysis packages (e.g., STATA, MPlus) or related programs.
- Excellent writing skills and experience with presenting research and submitting manuscripts to academic journals.
- Demonstrated effectiveness working independently and collaboratively on a team with multiple projects.
- Strong organization skills and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills, and ability to engage respectfully with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and experiences.
What We Would Like You to Have
- Experience supporting graduate and/or undergraduate research assistants.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
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 skills, education, and experience.
Link to Position Description
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
P09434UF
Number of Vacancies
1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
09/30/2025
Anticipated Appointment End Date
06/30/2026
Posting Date
09/16/2025
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date
09/24/2025
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 resume; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
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:
Megan McClelland
megan.mcclelland@oregonstate.edu
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
1) A resume; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
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:
Megan McClelland
megan.mcclelland@oregonstate.edu
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
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