Biological Sciences Research Technician 3 (Short-Term)

OSU Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Part time

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Job summary

Oregon State University is seeking a part-time Biological Sciences Research Technician 3 in the Department of Horticulture for approximately 5 months. The role involves microp propagation, in vitro ploidy manipulation, flow cytometry, and maintaining lab supplies and training on safety and reagent disposal.

Required is a Bachelor's degree in Horticulture or related field with two years of relevant experience; three additional years can substitute for the degree.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Horticulture or related area with two years of experience at Biological Science Research Technician 2 level.
• Three additional years of experience at Biological Science Research Technician 2 level may substitute for the Bachelor's degree.
• Experience in tissue culture/micropropagation is preferred.
• Basic understanding of genetics is preferred.

Responsibilities

• MicropPropagation of plants in development or release process.
• In vitro ploidy manipulation.
• Flow cytometry.
• Maintain lab supplies.
• Maintain training related to lab safety and reagent disposal.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Horticulture or related area

Two years of experience related to Biological Science Research Technician 2

Three additional years of experience may substitute for the Bachelor's degree

Experience in tissue culture/micropropagation

Basic understanding of genetics

Job description

Job Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill one part‑time, short‑term, Biological Sciences Research Technician 3 for the Department of Horticulture. The position is expected to last approximately 5 months.

Key Responsibilities

• Micopropagation of plants in development or release process
• In vitro ploidy manipulation
• Flow cytometry
• Maintain lab supplies
• Maintain training related to lab safety and reagent disposal

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Horticulture or similar area and two years of experience related to the area of assignment at a Biological Science Research Technician 2 level.
• Three additional years of experience related to the area of assignment at the Biological Science Research Technician 2 level may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in tissue culture/micropropagation.
• Basic understanding of genetics.

Working Conditions and Schedule

Periodic work as research needs arise.

Most work is in lab setting but at times will need to visit field plots or greenhouse to collect plant material.

Salary Range

$19.36 - $28.75

Anticipated Start Date

2026-11-09

Anticipated End Date

2027-03-31

Application Deadline

When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted "end date". Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline.

Contact Information

Ryan Contreras
[e-mail]
541-737-5462

OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team
email: [e-mail]

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Total Rewards Package

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Basic life
• 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 care insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life
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Locations

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.

Employer Information

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 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

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