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Work type: Faculty - Pro Tempore
Location: Portland, OR
Categories: Child Development, Research/Scientific/Grants, Psychology
Department: The Ballmer Institute for Children's Behavioral Health
Rank: Research Associate, Postdoctoral Scholar
Annual Basis: 12 Month
Review of Applications Begins
April 21, 2026; position open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Application materials must include:
- Letter of Interest – Describe your relevant training and experience. Please include details about specific research skills you have developed, community-based settings you have done research in, and exposure to evidence-based treatments in your research/clinical practice
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Complete Contact Information for Three Professional References (the candidate will be notified prior to references being contacted).
Please reach out to cbsohr@uoregon.edu with any questions.
We understand that some individuals may be hesitant to apply for a position if they do not meet all of the preferred qualifications, including the professional competencies, listed in the job description. Our primary focus is to find the most suitable candidate for the job, and we recognize that success can come from various career paths, including those with skills and abilities gained outside of a traditional classroom setting or with an equivalent skill set. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet all of our preferred qualifications.
Department Summary
The Ballmer Institute for Children's Behavioral Health at the University of Oregon Portland establishes a new national model for behavioral healthcare for children and families by creating the nation’s first undergraduate program in child behavioral health.
The Institute prioritizes the needs of youth who have been historically or persistently underserved and seeks to make real system change by:
- Creating a new mental health profession
- Delivering support in schools and the community
- Training existing youth-serving professionals
- Developing new approaches to support child behavioral health
- Transforming the Pacific Northwest into a national model of thought and action
This groundbreaking institute was made possible by an extraordinary gift from Connie and Steve Ballmer, co-founders of Ballmer Group Philanthropy.
Position Summary
The Postdoctoral Scholar/pro-tem Research Associate will join the Ballmer Institute for Children’s Behavioral Health Program Evaluation team to support a rigorous, community-centered evaluation of the Child Behavioral Health Training Program (CBH-TP), with the goal of demonstrating program effectiveness, informing continuous quality improvement, and generating evidence to support scale-up of a new bachelor’s-level child behavioral health workforce model. Program evaluation work includes conducting formative, process, and outcome studies using implementation science and mixed quantitative and qualitative methods to examine youth, service, and implementation outcomes across school and healthcare/community settings. This is an excellent opportunity for career development in evidence-based practices for youth mental health and implementation science research.
In this role, the Postdoctoral Scholar/pro-tem Research Associate will work as part of a team of faculty and staff to lead key evaluation activities, such as evaluation study design; overseeing partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders to support data collection (e.g., surveys, interviews/focus groups, fidelity/competency assessments, and implementation data); ensuring high-quality data management; conducting quantitative and qualitative analyses; and translating findings into actionable products (e.g., peer-reviewed manuscripts, external stakeholder reports, presentations to community partners). This position will also contribute to proposal and grant writing aligned with the Ballmer Institute’s research agenda.
In addition to collaborating on Program Evaluation, the Postdoctoral Scholar/pro-tem Research Associate will have opportunities to collaborate with Ballmer Institute faculty on other externally funded studies in effectiveness, implementation and mental health services research aimed at increasing access to evidence-based practices for underserved youth and families. Opportunities to advance an independent research project, pursue additional external funding, and mentor junior research staff are also available.
This position may be filled at either the Postdoctoral Scholar or pro tem Research Associate level, depending on the candidate’s qualifications and career stage. The Postdoctoral Scholar classification is intended for individuals who have recently completed a doctoral degree and are pursuing advanced research training within a structured mentoring environment. As part of the university’s postdoctoral training model, the Postdoctoral Scholar will participate in a formal mentoring program that includes individualized career development planning, regular mentorship meetings, and opportunities to build an independent research agenda. In contrast, the pro tem Research Associate classification is designed for individuals who have already completed postdoctoral training or who bring equivalent research experience and are prepared to contribute more independently to research and evaluation activities without a formal postdoctoral training plan. While both roles engage in similar core responsibilities, the Postdoctoral Scholar role places greater emphasis on mentored training and professional development, whereas the pro tem Research Associate role reflects a more advanced level of autonomy and professional experience.
This position will report to the Director of Program Evaluation, Dr. Prerna Martin. This individual will receive co-mentorship by Dr. Prerna Martin and Dr. Sarah Kate Bearman on implementation science, feasibility testing, effectiveness research, and mixed methods for program evaluation, as well as professional development to support the applicant in pursuing a successful career in a research, applied, or policy position.
This role is designed for in-person engagement. Remote work options may be evaluated for exceptionally qualified candidates. This position may provide guidance and oversight to graduate students and project staff. Expected start date is spring/summer 2026, with some flexibility in start date.
Minimum Requirements
- A Ph.D. in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology from an APA-accredited program, or other related field, in hand by the start of the appointment.
To qualify for the rank of Postdoctoral Scholar:
- Two years of research experience in youth mental health or implementation science (graduate training counts).
- One year of experience with community-based research in schools, healthcare, or other community settings.
To qualify for the rank of Pro Tem Research Associate:
- Three years of research experience in youth mental health or implementation science.
- Two years of documented leadership in community-based research activities within schools, healthcare, or other community settings.
Professional Competencies
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Effectiveness working with multilevel stakeholders in schools, healthcare settings, or other community organizations.
- Interpersonal skills that foster teamwork and collaboration, the ability to work effectively individually and as part of a team, and the ability to coordinate multiple projects and staff.
- Excellent scientific writing ability, including translating research findings for diverse target audiences.
- Knowledge and understanding of anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion and ability to apply these principles to the work of the position.
- Strong computer, statistical, and technical skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience with qualitative data collection and analysis for implementation research, including rapid qualitative methods.
- Prior experience in conducting quantitative analyses on applied research studies.
- Prior experience in training providers in evidence-based practices.
- Prior experience with writing publications (or equivalent scholarly output such as a conference presentation or submitted manuscript) related to youth mental health or implementation science research.
- Prior experience writing grants or serving as a Co-I on an externally funded grant.
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.
The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112.
UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship, service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed here.
In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online.
Advertised: April 8, 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close:
Job no: 536543
Work type: Faculty - Pro Tempore
Location: Portland, OR
Categories: Child Development, Research/Scientific/Grants, Psychology
Department: The Ballmer Institute for Children's Behavioral Health
Rank: Research Associate, Postdoctoral Scholar
Annual Basis: 12 Month
Review of Applications Begins
April 21, 2026; position open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Application materials must include:
- Letter of Interest – Describe your relevant training and experience. Please include details about specific research skills you have developed, community-based settings you have done research in, and exposure to evidence-based treatments in your research/clinical practice
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Complete Contact Information for Three Professional References (the candidate will be notified prior to references being contacted).
Please reach out to cbsohr@uoregon.edu with any questions.
We understand that some individuals may be hesitant to apply for a position if they do not meet all of the preferred qualifications, including the professional competencies, listed in the job description. Our primary focus is to find the most suitable candidate for the job, and we recognize that success can come from various career paths, including those with skills and abilities gained outside of a traditional classroom setting or with an equivalent skill set. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet all of our preferred qualifications.
Department Summary
The Ballmer Institute for Children's Behavioral Health at the University of Oregon Portland establishes a new national model for behavioral healthcare for children and families by creating the nation’s first undergraduate program in child behavioral health.
The Institute prioritizes the needs of youth who have been historically or persistently underserved and seeks to make real system change by:
- Creating a new mental health profession
- Delivering support in schools and the community
- Training existing youth-serving professionals
- Developing new approaches to support child behavioral health
- Transforming the Pacific Northwest into a national model of thought and action
This groundbreaking institute was made possible by an extraordinary gift from Connie and Steve Ballmer, co-founders of Ballmer Group Philanthropy.
Position Summary
The Postdoctoral Scholar/pro-tem Research Associate will join the Ballmer Institute for Children’s Behavioral Health Program Evaluation team to support a rigorous, community-centered evaluation of the Child Behavioral Health Training Program (CBH-TP), with the goal of demonstrating program effectiveness, informing continuous quality improvement, and generating evidence to support scale-up of a new bachelor’s-level child behavioral health workforce model. Program evaluation work includes conducting formative, process, and outcome studies using implementation science and mixed quantitative and qualitative methods to examine youth, service, and implementation outcomes across school and healthcare/community settings. This is an excellent opportunity for career development in evidence-based practices for youth mental health and implementation science research.
In this role, the Postdoctoral Scholar/pro-tem Research Associate will work as part of a team of faculty and staff to lead key evaluation activities, such as evaluation study design; overseeing partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders to support data collection (e.g., surveys, interviews/focus groups, fidelity/competency assessments, and implementation data); ensuring high-quality data management; conducting quantitative and qualitative analyses; and translating findings into actionable products (e.g., peer-reviewed manuscripts, external stakeholder reports, presentations to community partners). This position will also contribute to proposal and grant writing aligned with the Ballmer Institute’s research agenda.
In addition to collaborating on Program Evaluation, the Postdoctoral Scholar/pro-tem Research Associate will have opportunities to collaborate with Ballmer Institute faculty on other externally funded studies in effectiveness, implementation and mental health services research aimed at increasing access to evidence-based practices for underserved youth and families. Opportunities to advance an independent research project, pursue additional external funding, and mentor junior research staff are also available.
This position may be filled at either the Postdoctoral Scholar or pro tem Research Associate level, depending on the candidate’s qualifications and career stage. The Postdoctoral Scholar classification is intended for individuals who have recently completed a doctoral degree and are pursuing advanced research training within a structured mentoring environment. As part of the university’s postdoctoral training model, the Postdoctoral Scholar will participate in a formal mentoring program that includes individualized career development planning, regular mentorship meetings, and opportunities to build an independent research agenda. In contrast, the pro tem Research Associate classification is designed for individuals who have already completed postdoctoral training or who bring equivalent research experience and are prepared to contribute more independently to research and evaluation activities without a formal postdoctoral training plan. While both roles engage in similar core responsibilities, the Postdoctoral Scholar role places greater emphasis on mentored training and professional development, whereas the pro tem Research Associate role reflects a more advanced level of autonomy and professional experience.
This position will report to the Director of Program Evaluation, Dr. Prerna Martin. This individual will receive co-mentorship by Dr. Prerna Martin and Dr. Sarah Kate Bearman on implementation science, feasibility testing, effectiveness research, and mixed methods for program evaluation, as well as professional development to support the applicant in pursuing a successful career in a research, applied, or policy position.
This role is designed for in-person engagement. Remote work options may be evaluated for exceptionally qualified candidates. This position may provide guidance and oversight to graduate students and project staff. Expected start date is spring/summer 2026, with some flexibility in start date.
Minimum Requirements
- A Ph.D. in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology from an APA-accredited program, or other related field, in hand by the start of the appointment.
To qualify for the rank of Postdoctoral Scholar:
- Two years of research experience in youth mental health or implementation science (graduate training counts).
- One year of experience with community-based research in schools, healthcare, or other community settings.
To qualify for the rank of Pro Tem Research Associate:
- Three years of research experience in youth mental health or implementation science.
- Two years of documented leadership in community-based research activities within schools, healthcare, or other community settings.
Professional Competencies
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Effectiveness working with multilevel stakeholders in schools, healthcare settings, or other community organizations.
- Interpersonal skills that foster teamwork and collaboration, the ability to work effectively individually and as part of a team, and the ability to coordinate multiple projects and staff.
- Excellent scientific writing ability, including translating research findings for diverse target audiences.
- Knowledge and understanding of anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion and ability to apply these principles to the work of the position.
- Strong computer, statistical, and technical skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience with qualitative data collection and analysis for implementation research, including rapid qualitative methods.
- Prior experience in conducting quantitative analyses on applied research studies.
- Prior experience in training providers in evidence-based practices.
- Prior experience with writing publications (or equivalent scholarly output such as a conference presentation or submitted manuscript) related to youth mental health or implementation science research.
- Prior experience writing grants or serving as a Co-I on an externally funded grant.
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.
The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112.
UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship, service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed here.
In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online.
Advertised: April 8, 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close:
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Which companies sponsor visas for research roles in Oregon?
Oregon's most active research visa sponsors include Oregon Health and Science University, Oregon State University, Intel, Nike, and Daimler Trucks North America. Life sciences firms in the Portland metropolitan area, along with agricultural and environmental research organizations in the Willamette Valley, also have documented sponsorship histories. Sponsorship tends to be most consistent at larger research institutions and established technology employers with dedicated HR infrastructure.
Which visa types are most common for research roles in Oregon?
The H-1B is the most common visa for research positions in Oregon, covering roles like research scientist, data analyst, and laboratory investigator that require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty field. The O-1A is an alternative for researchers with recognized awards, publications, or significant contributions to their field. J-1 research scholar status is also widely used at Oregon universities for postdoctoral and visiting researcher appointments.
Which cities in Oregon have the most research sponsorship jobs?
Portland accounts for the largest share of research sponsorship activity in Oregon, driven by OHSU's biomedical research programs, Intel's semiconductor R&D operations, and a growing life sciences cluster. Corvallis is the second most significant hub, anchored by Oregon State University's research programs in agriculture, engineering, and environmental sciences. Eugene, home to the University of Oregon, also generates research sponsorship opportunities, particularly in natural sciences and social research.
How to find research visa sponsorship jobs in Oregon?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it straightforward to identify Oregon employers actively hiring international research candidates. Search by role type within Oregon to surface positions at universities, technology companies, and research institutes that have confirmed sponsorship. Migrate Mate's focus on sponsorship-verified listings saves significant time compared to sorting through postings that do not address visa support at all.
Are there state-specific considerations for research roles in Oregon?
Oregon's research hiring is closely tied to its university system and semiconductor industry, so many sponsorship opportunities cycle around academic hiring seasons and federal grant awards. Researchers applying through Oregon universities should be aware that J-1 and H-1B petitions at public institutions sometimes move on different timelines than private employers. Oregon does not impose additional state-level immigration requirements, but prevailing wage compliance under Department of Labor standards applies to all H-1B research positions statewide.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored research jobs in Oregon?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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