Oregon State University · 6 hours ago
Temporary Biological Sciences Research Technician 1
Union, OR
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$18.06/hr - $23.88/hrOregon State University is a dynamic community focused on research and education, and they are seeking three Temporary Biological Sciences Research Technicians to support applied research on forest and rangeland ecology. The role involves field data collection, data entry, and processing samples, with a significant portion of the work conducted outdoors in various terrains and weather conditions.
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Responsibilities
70% Field data collection
10% Data entry and processing
10% Processing samples in lab
10% Assigned duties as required
Qualification
Required
Two years of college-level courses in (specific field of biological science); OR an equivalent combination of training and experience
This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in ecology, botany, plant ecology, natural resources, rangeland ecology, wildlife or related discipline
Experience measuring and collecting natural resource and/or ecological data (e.g. soil, slope, aspect, richness, diversity, composition, density, etc.) in field settings (forest, grassland, shrubland, wetlands, etc.)
Experience using GPS units to navigate to locations and record spatial data in the field
Experience and/or training in use of dichotomous keys, plant identification and plant/vegetation measurements
Working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Docs
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds
Ability to kneel/squat for extended periods of time for data and sample collection
Ability and willingness to work in difficult terrain in adverse weather conditions (heat, snow, rain, etc.)
Company
Oregon State University
Oregon State University is a public research university that offers various undergraduate and graduate programs across multiple fields.
Founded in 1868
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$94.53MKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseUS Department of EnergyNational Safety Council
2025-01-13Grant· $11.9M
2024-12-04Grant· $0.5M
2024-06-13Grant· $0.05M
Leadership Team
Mike Green
Vice President for Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer
Kimya Massey
Deputy Athletic Director/COO at Oregon State University Athletics
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