Biological Science Research Technician 1 (Short-Term)

Oregon State University; Norwalk (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Oregon State University in the North Willamette region seeks a part-time Biological Sciences Technician 1 for the NWREC. The role supports lab and field research under supervision, performing data entry, insect rearing, and routine lab tasks to advance hazelnut/tree fruit projects.

The position is approximately 20 hours per week, lasts about one year, and requires basic biology coursework with proficiency in MS Office. Outdoor work and accurate data handling are essential.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Experience with data management and data entry.
• Two years of college-level coursework in biology or natural resources or equivalent training/experience.

Responsibilities

• Lab work
• Insect rearing
• Field work
• Data entry
• Data collection

Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Two years of college-level courses in biology-related field

Job description

Department:

North Willamette Research & Extension Center

Job Summary:

This recruitment will be used to fill one part-time (approximately 20-hours per week), short-term, Biological Sciences Technician 1 position for the North Willamette Research & Extension Center at Oregon State University (OSU). This position is anticipated to last approximately one year.

Work under the supervision of the program lead conducting a variety of tasks necessary to the functions of the laboratory and field research. Duties using computer software, collecting data, entering data, rearing insects, extensive lab work and other duties as needed. Contribute to a safe, respectful, and professional work environment and work collaboratively with fellow lab members. https://agsci.oregonstate.edu/nwrec/programs/hazelnuts-tree-fruits

Key Responsibility:

• Lab work
• Insect rearing
• Field work
• Data entry
• Data collection

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two years of college-level courses in Horticulture/Crop Science/Agronomy/Soil Science/Botany or other Biology/Natural Resources discipline; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Competence in Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word and PowerPoint Experience working on a farm.
• undefined

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior biological research technician experience for the hazelnut/orchards program.

Working Conditions/Schedule:

• Outdoor work is expected to be performed in all weather conditions.
• Attention to detail.
• Perform assigned tasks without close supervision
• Capable of working outside and standing/walking for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Work schedule will be as needed.

Salary Range:

$18.06 - $23.88

Anticipated Start Date:

2026-10-12

Anticipated End Date:

2027-10-12

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

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 range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. If this position has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities and/or driving duties and 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, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at [e-mail] .