Temporary Biological Sciences Research Technician 1

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Position Details Position Information Department Fisheries and Wildlife (AFW) Classification Title Temp Bio Sci Research Tech 1 Job Title Temporary Biological Sciences Research Technician 1 Appointment Type Temporary Staff Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Not benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Employment Category Temporary Job Summary This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Temporary Biological Sciences Research Technician 1 position for the Department of Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Sciences at Oregon State University (OSU).
The Oregon Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit (CRU) in the Department of Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Sciences at Oregon State University is seeking a seasonal field technician (Biological Sciences Research Technician 1) to assist with ecological research examining native and non-native fish abundance and distribution in the Goose Lake Basin, Oregon.
This is a full-time position with an anticipated four-month duration.
The position will involve frequent travel (~25%) from Corvallis to Lakeview, Oregon where the field crew will be living and working in remote conditions.
All travel expenses, including transportation, lodging, meals, and per-diem will be covered by the CRU.
The Oregon CRU and its partner agencies are dedicated to supporting the diverse needs of its students and employees.
College of Agricultural Sciences faculty are committed to enhancing student success by engaging students in quality academic, research, internships, global studies, and other experiential learning opportunities.
Positions with primary responsibility for Extension and outreach are likewise committed to learner success through programming appropriate for a diverse audience.
College of Agricultural Sciences faculty are committed to enhancing student success by engaging students in quality academic, research, internships, global studies, and other experiential learning opportunities.
Positions with primary responsibility for Extension and outreach are likewise committed to learner success through programming appropriate for diverse audience.
There is an expectation that, as part of your role in the college, you embody and advance the principles and practices conveyed in the CAS CARE Commitment document.
FWCS is an academic unit that reports to the College of Agricultural Sciences.
The Department is composed of approximately 300 staff, including academic faculty, research assistants, classified staff, graduate students, and temporary staff.
Over $8 million of externally funded grants and contracts are received each year in support of science focused on basic ecological research, conservation, and sustainable use of fish and wildlife and their habitats.
The Department is the largest in the College of Agricultural Sciences, with over 1000 students in 8 degree and certificate programs, including one Bachelor of Science degree, five graduate degrees, and two graduate certificates.
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Key Responsibilities (20%) Sample native and non-native fish throughout the Goose Lake Basin using electrofishing, seines, minnow traps, and other standard methods of capture.
(20%) Collect eDNA samples for the detection of native and non-native fish species.
(20%) Install continuous water logger devices in the field and download data using relevant software.
(20%) Collect biophysical data on stream habitat characteristics.
(20%) Enter ecological data in excel and follow quality assurance/quality control procedures.
What We Require Two years of college-level courses in (specific field of biological science); OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.
What You Will Need Demonstrated experience assisting with field-based biological research Experience safely handling live fish and/or other aquatic species Working knowledge of excel and/or other data management software Attention to detail, especially with respect to data collection and entry Strong interpersonal skills CPR/basic first aid training by position start date.
Committed to promoting and enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the scientific workplace This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq.
Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
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.
What We Would Like You to Have Three to six months of experience conducting biological research in the field.
Experience working in strenuous environments, such as high desert wetlands Formal electrofishing training (e.
g.
, from Smith-Root or a government agency) understanding of operating 4WD vehicles in rugged terrain Record of commitment to justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and who have life experience, education, or training that broadens their capacity to work with individuals from underserved communities.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule This position entails a mix of outdoor field work in a remote, high desert setting and indoor office work entering and processing ecological data.
The field crew will spend an extended period of time in the Goose Lake Basin during the summer months, and the field technician will be required to make frequent trips from Corvallis, OR to Lakeview, OR.
Conditions in the high desert environment often reach temperature extremes during the field season and work will be performed under strenuous conditions.
The technician must lift and carry equipment up to 40 lbs on uneven terrain.
The technician will be required to camp at primitive campsites while conducting field work.
Pay Method Hourly Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month Pay Date Last working day of the month Min Salary $15.
59 Max Salary $20.
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oregonstate.
edu/position_descriptions/149560 Posting Detail Information Posting Number P04649CT Number of Vacancies 2 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 05/20/2024 Anticipated Appointment End Date 09/20/2024 Posting Date 02/08/2024 Full Consideration Date Closing Date 02/25/2024 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants Special Instructions to Applicants Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.
e.
posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc.
Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position.
Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for this position.
Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week).
PLEASE NOTE: If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties.
Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.
For additional information please contact: | Melanie Davis | Melanie.
Davis@oregonstate.
edu OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do.
We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring.
We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system.
This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities.
If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.
).
Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate.
Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details.
If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.
relations@oregonstate.
edu.
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