Ice Core Lab Assistant

Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Oregon State University is seeking an Ice Core Lab Assistant to support laboratory staff and students in ice core analysis and related tasks. This is a part-time position requiring enrollment in an educational program. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and basic software proficiency.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in high school, community college, or university.
• Meet academic standing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ice core analysis, design and fabrication of parts.
• Perform data interpretation and basic lab tasks.

Skills

Communication

Quantitative Skills

Basic Software Proficiency

Education

High School

Undergraduate

Graduate

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

When applying, you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1. A Resume/Vita
2. A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position

For additional information, please contact: Ed Brook at [e-mail]

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

Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Position Information

Job Title: Ice Core Lab Assistant

Appointment Type: Student Employee

Job Location: [Location not specified]

Position Appointment Percent: 100%

Appointment Basis: 12 months

Pay Method: Hourly

Pay Period: 16th - 15th of the following month

Pay Date: Last working day of the month

Hourly Rate Range: $14.20 - $21.00 (Standard), $13.20 - $18.50 (Non-Urban), $15.45 - $21.50 (Portland Metro)

Position Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill two part-time (up to 24 hours per week) Ice Core Lab Assistant positions at Oregon State University (OSU). The role involves assisting ice core laboratory staff and students.

Position Duties

Assist ice core laboratory faculty, staff, and students with ice core analysis of gases and other constituents, design and fabrication of parts and hardware, data interpretation, and other basic lab tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
• Meet academic standing requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible
• Meet the applicable minimal enrollment standards:

• High School student: Enrolled in high school or homeschooling
• Undergraduate/post-baccalaureate: 6 credit hours per term
• Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
• Graduate student admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
• Graduate international student admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*

*International students may carry fewer hours if approved by the Office of International Services.

Additional Qualifications

Excellent communication and quantitative skills, experience with hand tools, basic software proficiency, ability to work in -25°C for at least 30 minutes, and lift at least 50 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

[Not specified]

Work Conditions / Schedule

[Not specified]

Application Details

Posting Number: P11218SE

Closing Date: 05/23/2025

Recruitment Method: Open to all qualified/eligible students

Additional Instructions

When applying, attach:

1. A Resume/Vita
2. A cover letter explaining your qualifications and experience

For more information, contact: Ed Brook at [e-mail]

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected statuses. All offers contingent upon HR approval. OSU will review the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Supplemental Questions

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