Biology research assistant Job at Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR

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  • Oregon State University
  • Corvallis, OR

Job Description

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Integrative Biology Research Assistant

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1. A Resume/Vita

2. A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position

For additional information please contact: Melissa Platt at melissa.platt@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 ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

This position MAY be 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 OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months. Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications including the Criminal History Check Requirement.


This position MAY require 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. Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications including the motor vehicle

check requirement.


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 Details

Position Information

Job Title

Integrative Biology Research Assistant



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); $18.50 (Non-Urban); $21.50 (Portland Metro)



Position Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Student Research Assistant positions with the Department of Integrative Biology at Oregon State University (OSU).


Applications submitted to this recruitment are reviewed on an as needed basis. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions become available.

The approximate hours worked per week will vary depending on the needs of the projects, but will not exceed 24 hours per week during academic terms.

These positions are eligible to students with federal work study awards; work study students are preferred.



Position Duties

  • General lab cleaning and moving items as appropriate Washing tanks, dishes, bottles, misc. items as needed Training, assisting and running experiments.
  • Animal husbandry.
  • Participating in field research as needed.
  • Computer data entry.
  • Microscope work.


Minimum Qualifications

Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here:

  • 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

  • Students with career goals related to biological sciences or a related field.
  • A strong and demonstrable work ethic.


This position MAY be 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 OSU Standard 576-055-0000 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 MAY require 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.



Preferred (Special) Qualifications

  • 3.0 GPA preferred.
  • Students in good standing.
  • Students with Federal Work Study
  • A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.


Working Conditions / Work Schedule

  • These positions work in a laboratory/office environment. This may require exposure to dust, noise, and/or chemicals.
  • The ability to work evenings and/or weekends may be required as needed to complete experiments and projects.
  • The student worker can work up to 24 hours a week during the academic term and up tp 40 hours per week during breaks or term off.


Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

P11272SE



Number of Vacancies

50



Anticipated Appointment Begin Date

07/15/2024



Anticipated Appointment End Date



Posting Date

07/11/2024



Full Consideration Date



Closing Date

06/30/2025



Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search

Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students



Special Instructions to Applicants

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1. A Resume/Vita

2. A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position

For additional information please contact: Melissa Platt at melissa.platt@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 ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

This position MAY be 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 OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months. Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications including the Criminal History Check Requirement.


This position MAY require 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. Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications including the motor vehicle

check requirement.


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.



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