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Biological Sciences Research Technician 1

Oregon State University

Biological Sciences Research Technician 1

Oregon State University

Department: Fisheries and Wildlife (AFW)

Appointment Type: Classified Staff

Job Location: Corvallis

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range:

Job Summary:

This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Biological Sciences Research Technician 1 position for the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife at Oregon State University (OSU ).

This is a limited duration appointment expected to last approximately 6 months from the appointment begin date.

This position will be part of a field crew sampling fish and characterizing habitat in the Willamette River basin as part of long-term monitoring effort. The position will conduct fish sampling and water quality measurement in shallow waters. Familiarity with fish habitat classification methodologies is required in order to be successful in the role.

Oregon State University is an equal-opportunity employer. As such, we promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our research, in line with the values shared by the College of Forestry and College of Agriculture. We welcome all applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, orientation, or gender identity.

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.

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 $9 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 majors in 8 degree and certificate programs, including one Bachelor of Science degree, five graduate degrees, and two graduate certificates. We are a vibrant department that promotes a supportive “family” atmosphere for all students and employees.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS :

• Top 1.4% university in the world

• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined

• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.

• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties

• 7 https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life/diversity-and-cultural-resources that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone

• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates

• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color

• 217k+ alumni worldwide

• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.

• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.

• Retirement savings paid by the university.

• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.

• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.

• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

• Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and cancer insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Future and current OSU employees can use the https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

100% – Field and Lab Research:

• Maintain professional working relationships with all co-workers on the job and in shared housing.

• Follow safety check-in and check-out protocols.

• Operate backpack electrofishing to sample fish in shallow areas.

• Load and unload field equipment (40 lbs. or more) off onto truck and field sites as needed.

• Drive long distances within Oregon to field sites, especially around the Willamette River Basin.

• Identify, measure and photograph fish collected.

• Take and record habitat and water quality measurements and eDNA surveys

• Lab work will include process of macroinvertebrate samples, sediment samples, water quality samples, eDNA preparation, and fish stomach contents

• Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

What You Will Need

Ability and willingness to work in a crew as a communicative, productive member

Familiarity with fish habitat classification methodologies

Possess good common sense and problem-solving skills and be detail oriented

Commitment to working professionally and inclusively with people from all backgrounds.

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; therefore, the applicant 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

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Fisheries, Environmental Science or Freshwater Ecology

Education or interest in ecology, biodiversity, and/or forest management

Experience working and communicating as a positive member of a team

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

The crew will be stationed in Corvallis and drive to various pre-determined sampling locations along the Willamette River. Will work up 40 hour/week, and can be as 4 day-10 hour schedule Mon.-Thurs depending on weather conditions (sampling needs to stop when river water temperatures exceed 23˚ Celsius). Position works long hours and variable schedules depending on weather conditions. Physically complete all listed duties and responsibilities including sampling fish with backpack electrofishing equipment and minnow traps, driving truck, lifting heavy equipment and nets is required.

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:

Guillermo Giannico

giannico@oregonstate.edu

541-740-6919

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 https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/background-checks website including the https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/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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