Job Summary
This recruitment will be used to fill one part-time (approximately 20 hours per week) Temporary Biological Science Research Technician 1 position for the Mid-Columbia Agricultural Research and Extension Center at Oregon State University (OSU).

This position will be located in Hood River, Oregon.

The Biological Sciences Research Technician 1 performs duties that involve testing and developing measures for controlling fruit decay and includes various lab and field research techniques; limited fruit harvesting for research; assisting with fruit quality and disease evaluation assays; processing samples for DNA and RNA extraction; and basic cleaning and routine maintenance of lab supplies and equipment.
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 knowledge, tools and skills 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
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• 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
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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 Rewards 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.
• Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Key Responsibilities
75% Laboratory work and data collection.

25% Field work.
What We Require
Two years of college-level courses in (specific field of biological science); OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.

What You Will Need
Two years of college-level courses in plant pathology, horticulture, crop science, microbiology, or similar fields; OR

an equivalent combination of training and experience.

This position is 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 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
2-3 years biological lab or farm experience.
2-3 years experience leading or working on a team.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Most work will be conducted in the lab which is environmentally controlled. Some work will be in cold storage rooms at or slightly below freezing temperatures. Field work will be in orchards, exposed to the elements such as hot temperatures and sunlight, rain, snow, and wind. Lifting up to 50 lbs may be required, as well as traversing uneven/slanted orchard terrain. Most work is conducted M-F between 7 am-5 pm.