Job description
This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Laboratory Assistant position for the Department of Forest Engineering, Resources & Management at Oregon State University (
OSU
).
This is a limited duration appointment expected to last approximately 1 year from the appointment begin date.
Cooperative Chemical Analytical Laboratory (CCAL) is a trace level, environmental water analysis lab in the College of Forestry. CCAL is a production lab that supports research by internal and external customers. This position will provide support with basic lab duties that include acid washing of bottles, data entry, logging samples, preparations for analyses.
Why OSU?
This is a limited duration appointment expected to last approximately 1 year from the appointment begin date.
Cooperative Chemical Analytical Laboratory (CCAL) is a trace level, environmental water analysis lab in the College of Forestry. CCAL is a production lab that supports research by internal and external customers. This position will provide support with basic lab duties that include acid washing of bottles, data entry, logging samples, preparations for analyses.
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 :
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 county. 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:
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Position Duties
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
- 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 county. 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.
- 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 learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Perform basic laboratory duties including:
70% Bottle and glassware washing
10% Sample preparation including sample processing
8% Data entry
5%Shipping supplies to investigators
5% Sample tracking and log-in
2% Laboratory housekeeping
Minimum Qualifications
70% Bottle and glassware washing
10% Sample preparation including sample processing
8% Data entry
5%Shipping supplies to investigators
5% Sample tracking and log-in
2% Laboratory housekeeping
Training or experience demonstrating the a) knowledge of basic laboratory techniques; b) knowledge of laboratory terminology, equipment, and materials; c) knowledge of basic math; d) ability to follow formulas accurately; e) ability to handle, package, and store laboratory specimens and materials; f) ability to operate and maintain standard laboratory equipment; g) ability to learn routing testing methods, procedures, and techniques; h) ability to keep accurate records in conformance with laboratory procedures; and i) ability to follow written and verbal instructions.High school courses, in chemistry, biology, mathematics, or any course which included laboratory work, are considered qualifying.
Additional Required Qualifications- Attention to detail and ability to follow detailed instructions.
- Comfortable working in a laboratory environment with chemicals.
- Good communication skills; written and oral.
- Previous laboratory coursework or experience.
- Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
- Laboratory work includes working with chemicals; proper protective equipment is provided.
- This is a short term, limited duration position. Maximum of 40 hours per week. Work days are Monday through Friday.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
P04198CT
Number of Vacancies
1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
06/01/2023
Anticipated Appointment End Date
05/31/2024
Posting Date
05/10/2023
Full Consideration Date
05/19/2023
Closing Date
05/31/2023
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 05/19/2023. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.
Applications will be reviewed based 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 classified staff positions.
Applications will be reviewed based 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 classified staff positions.
Cover letters are optional for this position and will not be used for evaluating your qualifications.
Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week).
If you are using relevant volunteer experience to meet minimum qualifications, please include this information in the Employment History section of the application.
If you are using relevant volunteer experience to meet minimum qualifications, please include this information in the Employment History section of the application.
Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.
For additional information please contact:
Kevin Bladon
kevin.bladon@oregonstate.edu
Kevin Bladon
kevin.bladon@oregonstate.edu
OSU is committed to the health of our local and global community. All employees and students are required to comply with the university’s COVID-19 Vaccination Program. Please visit
https://covid.oregonstate.edu/ for additional information about OSU’s plans for safety and success, as well as options for compliance with the vaccination program.
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.
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