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Offer: Biological Sciences Research Technician 2 (Internal Employment Opportunity):Oregon State UniversityJob description:Biological Sciences Research Technician 2 (Internal Employment Opportunity)Bookmark this Posting | Print Preview | Apply for this JobPlease see Special Instructions for more details.This is an Internal Employment OpportunityApplications will be reviewed located 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 practice is located on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week). PLEASE NOTE: If you have volunteer practice significant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major tasks. Typically, the starting income is at the lower end of the income range. For additional information Contact Us by: Andres Olivos andres.olivos@oregonstate.edu 541-750-7189 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 capability 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 variety of lived practice 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, Contact Us by OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team at E-Mail: employee.relations@oregonstate.edu. Position DetailsPosition InformationDepartment Forest Eng/Resourcs/Mgmt (FOR) Classification Title Bio Science Research Tech 2 Job Title Biological Sciences Research Technician 2 (Internal Employment Opportunity) Appointment Type Classified Staff Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Employment Category Limited Duration Job Summary This is an Internal Employment Opportunity This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Biological Science Research Technician 2 position for the Department of Forest Engineering, Resources, and Management at Oregon State University (OSU). This is a limited duration appointment expected to last approximately 18 months from the appointment begin date. This position is for the function of a field research lead and online system manager for the AIS Lab (FERM, College of Forestry) and the Penaluna Lab (PNW Research Station, USDA Forest Service), a critical component of the UPstream Regional LiDAR Model of Extent of Trout (UPRLIMET) project. This project is a collaborative effort to authoritatively describe the distribution of fish-bearing streams across Oregon, Washington, and northern California. The function will last from June 2024 to December 2025. The incumbent will coordinate, train, and supervise small field crews (consisting of 2-3 people) in conducting backpack electrofishing and environmental DNA surveys, habitat characterizations, high-accuracy GPS navigation, and real-time digital data entry. Additionally, they will assist with data curation and management, maintain an online support system (UPRfish), apply for permits, and communicate with landowners and other collaborators. 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 expertise, tools and expertise 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 cultural resource centers 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 compensates Package: Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package 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. Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to lgain more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU. Key Responsibilities 30% Project Management Coordinating field resources, applying for public permits, requesting landowner access, scheduling fieldwork, reserving vehicles and lodging, planning routes, communicating with landowners, and field equipment inventorying. Report directly to project PIs about project progress and arising issues. 40% Fieldwork Lead the field activities of a regional fish presence survey using backpack electrofishing and environmental DNA monitoring in Oregon, Washington, and northern California streams. Assist in the recruitment, training, and supervision of small field crews (2-3 people), including student adjuncts. Drive OSU Motor pool and/or USDA Forest Service vehicles to transport crews and equipment all over the study region. 30% Online System and Data Management Assist in maintaining an online system developed to support collaborative data collection for the project. Organize and manage incoming data from various crews, including species, environmental, and app functionality information. Report to PIs any technical issues and assist in the debugging of web apps (Survey123, FieldMaps, ArcGIS practice Builder) to facilitate the continued functionality of the online system. What We Require Two years of college-level courses in (specific field of biological science) and one year of practice related to the area of assignment at the Biological Research Technician 1 level; OR an equivalent combination of training and practice. What You Will Need » Backpack electrofishing training and practice » Dexterity using tablets, GPS receivers, and web apps » practice driving in small forest roads » Positive attitude, proactive, and enthusiastic about working outdoors » Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must prosperously 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. This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must prosperously 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. What We Would Like You to Have » Master's Degree in Fisheries Science or related discipline » leadership abilities, managery, and management expertise » Interest in contributing to a research project with far-reaching implications for the management of riparian and aquatic habitats in PNW forestlands Working Conditions / Work Schedule The employee will work in a shared office in the Forestry Sciences Laboratory. Most of the year the work schedule will be regular (Mon-Fri, 9AM to 5PM) except during fieldwork season (Spring), when the position occasionally requires a working schedule of 8 days on/6 days off. When travelling farther than 2 hours from Corvallis (e.g., southern Oregon, Olympic Peninsula, northern California), crews will stay at field stations or campgrounds for up to 6 nights; the capability to travel outside of Corvallis for up to 6 days is required. These positions require walking through challenging terrain (e.g., steep, slippery, vegetated) to access and survey target streams. On some occasions, the incumbent will be required to carry up to 25 lbs of equipment. Pay Method Hourly Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month Pay Date Last working day of the month Min income $16.60 Max income $24.09 Link to Position Description https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/154013 Posting Detail Information Posting Number P04820CT Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 06/01/2024 Anticipated Appointment End Date 12/31/2025 Posting Date 05/22/2024 Full Consideration Date Closing Date 05/30/2024 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Internal Special Instructions to candidates This is an Internal Employment Opportunity Applications will be reviewed located 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 practice is located on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week). PLEASE NOTE: If you have volunteer practice significant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major tasks. Typically, the starting income is at the lower end of the income range. For additional information Contact Us by: Andres Olivos andres.olivos@oregonstate.edu 541-750-7189 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 capability 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 variety of lived practice 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, Contact Us by OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team at E-Mail: employee.relations@oregonstate.edu. Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Documents Needed to ApplyRequired DocumentsOptional Documents» VETERANS ONLY: Must provide proof of Veteran Status (DO NOT upload any unrelated documentation - information uploaded to this field will be removed once reviewed) Skills:
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