Innovation Lab Assistant

Department: Lundquist College of Business
Classification: Education Program Assistant 1
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $20.19 - $30.11 per hour
FTE: 1.0

Review of Applications Begins

August 27, 2026; position open until filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications that do not demonstrate the required minimum qualifications will not be considered.

To apply, please submit:
• A current resume/CV that clearly shows how you meet the minimum qualifications. You may also include preferred qualifications, competencies, relevant work history (with dates), and education.
• Three (3) professional references with contact information. References will not be contacted without prior notice.

The CBSO is committed to finding the best candidate for the job, and that might be someone with a nontraditional background. Even if you don’t think you meet every preferred qualification, we encourage you to apply.

Salary offers are based on qualifications, experience, and the University’s equitable pay practices in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Act.

For questions or a full position description, please email CBSOHR@uoregon.edu

Department Summary

Since 1914 the Charles H. Lundquist College of Business has taught its students the critical skills they need to think for themselves, to be leaders in a dynamic world, and to make better decisions on behalf of the people and resources they manage. We are a top business school with a unique mission and vision that draws strength from our links to the Pacific Rim and the distinctive qualities of Oregon culture: innovation, sustainability, active lifestyles, financial stewardship, and respect for individuality and diversity within an increasingly global community.

The Lundquist College of Business is fully accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the highest accreditation standard for business schools internationally. The college’s undergraduate program was first accredited in 1923, and its accounting program was accredited in 1989. Only 746 (6 percent) of the world's 12,600 business schools are AACSB accredited. What's more, because our accounting program is accredited as well as our business school, we belong to a tiny elite of 178 programs—just 1.4 percent of the world's business schools—that have attained this distinction.

The Sports Product Management program (SPM) is a 18-month program that exists as part of a collaboration with the Oregon Executive MBA program in Portland. Together, the two programs are known as the Lundquist Portland Programs.

Within SPM, industry’s top talent educate future leaders through experiential education grounded in innovation, sustainability, and global business perspective. Educators in SPM bring a combination of education and extensive industry experience to the program, with many holding a Master’s degree or PhD. Our instructors have extensive professional experience working in leadership roles within various functional areas of large and small sports product companies. SPM matches the hands-on expertise of our instructors with PhD professors who are subject-matter experts and internationally recognized for their research in sports apparel, footwear and equipment. All faculty and staff in our program have a sincere interest in mentoring and advising students on their future careers.

Position Summary

The Innovation Lab Assistant supports the daily operations, instructional activities, and overall experience of the Sports Product Management (SPM) Innovation Lab. Reporting to the Innovation Lab Manager, this role works closely with faculty, staff, and students to provide hands-on assistance with equipment, facilitate demonstrations, and maintain a safe, organized, and fully operational lab environment. This is an in-person position based in Portland, Oregon.

The position plays a key role in supporting student learning by reinforcing lab best practices, assisting with coursework and projects, and encouraging experimentation and skill development. In addition, the Innovation Lab Assistant helps ensure readiness for classes, events, and tours, while delivering a welcoming and professional experience to all lab users, including students, staff, industry partners, and visitors.

Working hours for this position may vary throughout the year based on program and lab needs and may include evenings and weekends.

Minimum Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent and at least two years of relevant experience (paid or volunteer), supporting community programs th