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Field adjunct blueberry aphids (spring-summer 2025):Oregon State UniversityJob description:Field adjunct blueberry aphids (spring-summer 2025)Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this JobPlease see Special Instructions for more details.When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:? A resume, including your major and any significant coursework. ? A brief cover letter describing how your practice and career goals fit this function, any planned vacation time. For additional information Contact Us by: Dalila Rendon at dalila.rendon@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 capability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. 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 Voluntary and Compulsory Driver Standards OSU Standard 125-155-0200) as per OSU Standard 576-056-0000 et seq. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval Position DetailsPosition InformationJob Title Field adjunct blueberry aphids (spring-summer 2025) Appointment Type Student Employee Job Location Corvallis Position Appointment Percent 100 Appointment Basis 12 Pay Method Hourly Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month Pay Date Last working day of the month Remote or Hybrid option? Min Hourly Rate $14.70 (Standard); $13.70 (Non-Urban); $15.95 (Portland Metro) Max Hourly Rate $21.00 (Standard); $20.50 (Non-Urban); $21.50 (Portland Metro) Position Summary This recruitment will be used to fill one (1) part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Field adjunct blueberry aphids (spring-summer 2025) position at Oregon State University (OSU). This position is part of the Entomology laboratory at the USDA-ARS Horticultural Research unit in Corvallis (NW 35th and Orchard). We are a research team developing sustainable pest management through various control practices. This project investigates the transmission of blueberry viruses by aphids in the field. This job has flexible working hours during April, but requires availcapability of 16 to 24 hrs every week during May, June, and early July 2025. This position can fulfill internship credits for Horticulture, Environmental Sciences, Crop and Soil Science, Biology, Ecology, and similar areas. Position tasks Conduct field experiments and monitoring in blueberry farms, which includes collecting live or dead insects and plant samples in the field (~50%), sorting insects and plant material in the laboratory, and frequent use of a microscope (30%). Maintain laboratory, greenhouse and field areas by organizing, cleaning, watering and weeding (10%). Assist with plant care in greenhouse (5%). Enter data into spreadsheets and labelling (5%). Minimum Qualifications Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: http://fa.oregonstate.edu/stu-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requiremen ts » Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study » Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment » Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard » High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program » Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term » Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term* » Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term » Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term* *International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered ?full-time? by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center. Additional Required Qualifications Have a valid driver's license, fulfill the requirements to be an authorized driver for OSU and USDA vehicles, pass a Motor Vehicle History Check (https://policy.oregonstate.edu/policy/vehicle-use-university-business). capability to work outside in all weather conditions (sunshine, heat, rain, cold) for up to 7 hours. capability to walk 2 miles in uneven terrain while carrying equipment, lift/carry 40 lbs, kneel and squat repeatedly for ground experiments. capability to drive alone to multiple field sites 1-2 hours away from unit. capability to focus on repetitive tasks and perform accurate sorting. Work will be done in a USDA Federal building, and fingerprinting and background check will be required. 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 Voluntary and Compulsory Driver Standards OSU Standard 125-155-0200) as per OSU Standard 576-056-0000 et seq. Preferred (Special) Qualifications Working Conditions / Work Schedule Posting Detail Information Posting Number P11618SE Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 04/14/2025 Anticipated Appointment End Date 08/15/2025 Posting Date 10/30/2024 Full Consideration Date 11/22/2024 Closing Date 12/06/2024 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students Special Instructions to candidates When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents: ? A resume, including your major and any significant coursework. ? A brief cover letter describing how your practice and career goals fit this function, any planned vacation time. For additional information Contact Us by: Dalila Rendon at dalila.rendon@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 capability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. 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 Voluntary and Compulsory Driver Standards OSU Standard 125-155-0200) as per OSU Standard 576-056-0000 et seq. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents» Resume » Cover LetterOptional Documents Skills:
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