Collections Management Assistant 1

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

State retirement plan or equivalent

Job summary

The Ohio State University in Columbus, OH, is seeking a Collections Management Assistant 1 in the Arts and Sciences | Arabidopsis Biological Resource Center. The role supports the growth of new plant material, including planting, maintenance, harvesting, and preparing seeds stocks for storage.

You will test quality through microscopy and germination tests, and assist in preparing user orders—pulling/returning stocks to the cold room, aliquoting seeds, and packaging orders.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of relevant plant care experience preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint/Word).

Responsibilities

• Supports growth of new plant material, including planting, maintenance, and harvesting.
• Prepares seed stocks for storage and tests quality via microscopy and germination tests.
• Assists in preparing user orders: pulling/returning stocks to cold room, aliquoting seeds, packaging orders.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Word

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title

Collections Management Assistant 1

Department

Arts and Sciences | Arabidopsis Biological Resource Center

Supports the growth of new plant material received as part of the collection, including planting, maintenance, harvesting, and preparing seeds stocks for storage. Engages in testing the quality of newly-grown material, including microscopy and germination tests. Assist in the process of preparation of user orders, including pulling/returning stocks to cold room, aliquoting seeds, and packaging orders. Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Power Point and Word required. Will be working in a greenhouse which can be warm and dusty at times. Some work will require that you spend a short period of time in a cold room that is between 40-45 degrees Fahrenheit.

Position Requirements

High school diploma or GED.

Desired: One year of relevant plant care experience.

Additional Information

The College of the Arts and Sciences is seeking a Collections Management Assistant. The College hosts 81 majors. With 38 departments, 20+ world‑class research centers, and more than 2,000 faculty and staff members, students have the unique opportunity to study with the best artists, scholars, and scientists in their field.

Pay

The pay range for this job profile is $15.15 - $19.79.

Location

Rightmire Hall (0308)

Position Type

Regular

Scheduled Hours

40

Shift

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Equal Opportunity

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Company Culture

At Ohio State, you’ll find work that inspires you. We offer roles and growth opportunities in countless fields and specialties — including a job that’s right for you. Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you — and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

As Buckeyes, we accomplish more together. No matter your role, you’ll be part of creating what people need now: pathways to education, research and health care. Working at Ohio State means you’re part of a team with a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence — and, of course, incomparable Buckeye spirit. We bring out the best in people, help each other succeed and learn together.