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Job Offer: Biological Science Research Technician 2:Oregon State UniversityJob description:Biological Science Research Technician 2Bookmark this Posting | Print Preview | Apply for this JobPlease see Special Instructions for more details.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. Cover letters are optional for this position and will not be used for evaluating your qualifications. 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: Emily Von Blon vonblone@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. 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 Science Research Technician 2 Appointment Type Classified Staff Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Part-Time, benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Employment Category Seasonal Job Summary This recruitment will be used to fill two part-time (approximately 20 hours per week). seasonal (May-March), Biological Science Research Technician 1 positions for the Department of Forest Engineering, Resources, and Management at Oregon State University (OSU). This position will assist with the research activities of the Vegetation Management Research Cooperative (VMRC) during the 2023-2024 dormant season. The VMRC conducts applied research on the reforestation of young conifer plantations from seedling establishment through crown closure with an emphasis on operational vegetation management. The incumbent will assist with several fieldwork and laboratory activities such as measuring tree heights and diameter, collecting soil samples, install new and maintaining current research sites, conducting tree physiology measurements in the laboratory, processing tissue samples for biomass and nutrient content, working with automatic weather stations and soil moisture sensors, and assisting with data entry and other routine data management assignments. This work often involves working long days on harsh terrain and variable weather conditions. The position will be located in Corvallis, Oregon with trips to several research sites all over western Oregon and Washington. Therefore, occasional overnight travel will be required. 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 80% - Field Work: » Coordinate and delegate activities in the field to efficiently meet objectives. » Measure tree seedling height and diameters. » Build, install, maintain, and repair weather stations, soil moisture sensors, and data loggers. » Develop and edit programs in LoggerNet. » Understand the design of a new study site (where treatments should be applied, how sensors should be arranged all over the site, clearly labeling all aspects of the site for future access, etc.) and guide activities to ensure prosperous installation of a new site. » Confidently read maps and use GPS units to navigate through new study sites. » Destructively sample tree seedlings for biomass estimation and nutrient content. » Collect samples such as litterfall and soil. » Drive vehicles to/from and between various field sites. 20% - Laboratory: » Weigh biomass and soil samples. » Conducting tree physiology measurements in the laboratory and greenhouse, such as water potential, stomatal conductance sensitivity to VPD, xylem hydraulic conductivity, and vulnercapability to cavitation. » Enter data and use filters, pivot tables, etc. in Excel for quality control. 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 » practice working as part of a team in outdoor conditions. 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. What We Would Like You to Have » Demonstrated capability to work with other crew members in a professional manner while maintaining a positive and safe work environment. » Organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented. » practice working with Microsoft Excel. » A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity. Working Conditions / Work Schedule Up to 80% of the work requires the capability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and capability to carry up to 40 pounds for a moderate distance while traversing uneven terrain. The required work schedule on field days will often start before dawn in order to measure pre-dawn water potential. VMRC field sites are located in various areas all over the PNW and overnight travel may be required. 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/144653 Posting Detail Information Posting Number P04785CT Number of Vacancies 2 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 05/13/2024 Anticipated Appointment End Date 03/01/2025 Posting Date 04/25/2024 Full Consideration Date Closing Date 05/06/2024 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified candidates Special Instructions to candidates 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. Cover letters are optional for this position and will not be used for evaluating your qualifications. 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: Emily Von Blon vonblone@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. 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 (*).» * Are you confident in your capability to identify PNW herbaceous species, and/or use a dichotomous key to identify unknown species? » Yes » No Documents Needed to ApplyRequired DocumentsOptional Documents» Cover Letter » 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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