Laboratory Technician 1

Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic research team at a leading university as a Laboratory Technician 1. This exciting role involves conducting psychological tests, collecting and processing data, and supporting various laboratory tasks. You'll work collaboratively on innovative research projects while fostering inclusivity and respect for diverse backgrounds. Enjoy a rewarding career in a vibrant community dedicated to making a difference and building a better future for all. This limited-duration position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful research while developing your skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life insurance

Free mental health support services

Retirement savings paid by the university

Generous paid leave package

Tuition reduction benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Employee Assistance Program

Optional lifestyle benefits

Qualifications

• One year of lab experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Associate’s degree in Laboratory Science may substitute for required experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and conduct psychological testing on human participants.
• Collect and process data, perform statistics, and assist with lab work.

Skills

Experience in working with humans in a medical or psychological setting

Experience with computers

Ability to foster inclusivity

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a psychology or science-related field

High school courses in chemistry, biology, mathematics

Tools

iPad/virtual tools for cognitive tests

Spreadsheet software for data processing

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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 this position. 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).

PLEASE NOTE: If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties.

Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.

For additional information please contact: Kathy Magnusson at [e-mail] or 51-737-6923.

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. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If 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]

Position Information

Department

Department Linus Pauling Institute (RDR)

Classification Title

Classification Title Laboratory Technician 1

Job Title

Job Title Laboratory Technician 1

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Classified Staff

Job Location

Benefits Eligible

Remote or Hybrid option?

Employment Category

Employment Category Limited Duration

Job Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Laboratory Technician 1 position for the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University ( OSU ). This is a limited duration appointment expected to last approximately until December 2026.

This position sits under OSU’s Division of Research and Innovation within the Linus Pauling Institute https://lpi.oregonstate.edu/

This position will work as part of a research team to prepare for and conduct psychological testing on human volunteers and gather and process the data. The work will primarily focus on preparing and using the tools and media to perform psychological tests. This position will also involve prepping supplies and samples and other miscellaneous laboratory work. This work is primarily for a collaborative research project conducted by the Linus Pauling Institute.

There is an expectation that the incumbent in this role have a capacity to work with a diverse group of individuals and respect all backgrounds, ideas and perspectives.

Why OSU?

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

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.

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.
• 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 illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

80% – Prepare for and conduct psychological testing on human participants:

Perform cognitive tests using iPad/virtual tools

Collect and process data via spreadsheet and perform statistics on it.

Collect and store participant samples

Help with miscellaneous laboratory work.

Other duties as assigned

What We Require

One year of experience in a laboratory setting and high school courses in chemistry, biology, mathematics, or any course which included laboratory work; OR An equivalent combination of training and experience. NOTE : An Associate’s degree in Laboratory Science may substitute for the required experience.

What You Will Need

• Experience in working with humans in a medical or psychological setting or working with human research participants.
• Experience with computers.
• Ability to foster inclusivity and embrace diverse backgrounds and ideas within the research environment.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a psychology or science-related field.
• Experience with bench lab work.
• Ability to work well with diverse groups of individuals.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

This position requires working in a research laboratory.

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants

Special Instructions 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 this position. 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).

PLEASE NOTE : If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties.

Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.

For additional information please contact: Kathy Magnusson at [e-mail] or 51-737-6923.

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. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If 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]

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

Required DocumentsOptional Documents

Cover Letter

VETERANS ONLY: Must provide proof of Veteran Status (DO NOT upload any unrelated documentation - information uploaded to this field will be removed once reviewed)

Notice of Availability:
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Oregon State University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report covering each university campus location. The report includes important information about safety protocols, a wide range of current security policies, fire safety practices, helpful university and local resources, and crime prevention programs, as well as crime and fire statistics for the previous three calendar years. A paper copy of the report can be requested for no charge by emailing [e-mail] .