Temporary Biological Sciences Research Technician 1

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Posted: 04-Feb-24

Location: Corvallis, Oregon

Salary: Open

Categories:

Research Support – Laboratory/Non-Laboratory
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 149108

Internal Job Number: P04616CT

Description:

This recruitment will be used to fill two full-time Temporary Biological Sciences Research Technician 1 positions for the Eastern Oregon Agricultural Research Center – Burns at Oregon State University (OSU).
These positions will be located in Burns, Oregon.
This recruitment will be used to fill two openings for bio science tech focused on collecting valuable scientific data for projects in the remote Oregon desert.

Minimum Qualifications (Staff) / Guidelines (Faculty):

Two years of college-level courses in (specific field of biological science); OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Requirements :

Demonstrated commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
Ability to carry out tasks independently and as part of a team.
Experience (or ability to learn) with driving 4WD vehicles and operating GPS units in remote work settings.
Ability to physically hike 5 miles or more a day and perform job duties from 15°-105° F in desert environments.
Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50lbs.
Ability to learn quickly and collect extremely accurate data efficiently.
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.

Type:

This will primarily be a field-based job involving irregular work hours and/or days.This position requires working in isolated areas without internet or reliable cell coverage and with a small group of people. This position may require camping and long hours of driving and potentially hiking in uneven/rugged terrain.

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