Department Summary
The Oregon Manufacturing Innovation Center Research & Development (OMIC R&D) is a world-class collaborative environment that provides economic, strategic, and technological solutions for its industry partners, bringing together the best talents and capabilities of leading manufacturing companies and our partner universities: Oregon Institute of Technology (Oregon Tech) and Oregon State University (OSU). OMIC R&D is instrumental in bolstering economic growth, deepening relationships with metals-related industry, and providing a path for manufacturers to be more competitive in the global market.
Position Summary
This posting is for two new full-time entry level associate research positions at the OMIC R&D campus in Scappoose, Oregon. Recent college graduates, or those available to start by April 1, 2026 are encouraged to apply.
The Associate Manufacturing Solutions Researcher “Associate MSR” supports applied research under the Director of Research Operations at the OMIC R&D campus in Scappoose, Oregon. The successful candidate works closely with industry members, university staff, faculty and students, and is a self-motivated individual capable of prioritizing work tasks to support the needs of the team.
The Associate MSR utilizes advanced skills in computer-aided manufacturing and machine operation combined with a firm knowledge of research practices, technical presentation, documentation and report writing. The Associate MSR will also deliver basic to advanced knowledge in a training and educational setting as an ambassador for OMIC R&D and manufacturing in general.
The Associate MSR is adaptable to a constantly evolving work environment, works very well with others, and is willing to take measures to learn and expand their working knowledge through both sharing and receiving information in a positive and collaborative setting.