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Faculty Research Assistant
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Position Information
Department | Hermiston Exp Sta (AHE) |
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Position Title | Faculty Research Assistant |
Job Title | Faculty Research Assistant |
Appointment Type | Academic Teaching/Research Faculty |
Job Location | Hermiston |
Position Appointment Percent | 100 |
Appointment Basis | 12 |
Faculty Status | Regular |
Tenure Status | Fixed-Term |
Pay Method | Salary |
Pay Period | 1st through the last day of the month |
Pay Date | Last working day of the month |
Recommended Full-Time Salary Range | Salary is commensurate with education and experience. |
Position Summary | The Hermiston Agricultural Research Station invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Faculty Research Assistant position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Director. Oregon State University’s Hermiston Agricultural Research & Extension Center (HAREC) located in Hermiston, Oregon provides support for over 500,000 acres of irrigated crop production in Umatilla and Morrow Counties as well as southern Washington State along the Columbia River in the lower Columbia Basin. This position will contribute to the mission of HAREC with primary responsibility of providing technical and scholarship support for the Potato Breeding & Genetics program at HAREC and OSU AES Crop & Soil Science Department in Corvallis. Summary of Benefits: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee To calculate our Total Rewards Package use this link: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator |
Position Duties | 40% Field Experiments: Coordinates, manages and conducts all the field trials at Hermiston. Responsible for ordering appropriate supplies, selecting and properly using the most appropriate field equipment and methods for potato grading, crop management, harvest, data collection, compilation, analysis and preparation of field trial sites for educational tours and field days. Specific duties include:
30% Other Research:
10% Lead work: Direct temporary employees, as needed. This includes planning, assigning and approving work, along with hiring and firing or recommending such actions.
10% Program Coordination:
5% Research Reporting:
5% Service & Outreach:
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Minimum/Required Qualifications | BS degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Plant Science, Horticulture or a related field. Must possess or be able to obtain an Oregon Public Applicator’s License and demonstration/research pesticide applicator’s license within Three (3) months of employment and maintain throughout period of employment. Must possess or be able to obtain a farm endorsement within six (6) months of employment and maintain throughout the period of employment. Experience in operating farm or research-scale equipment. Experience working with Horticultural crops Ability to lift, carry and pull objects up to 50 pounds and, occasionally, objects weighing more. Experience in commercial or research field crop management. Experience with computer spreadsheet and word processing programs. Demonstrated ability to work independently and with others. Evidence of strong written and verbal communication skills. A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity. 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 OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 24 months. This position requires driving a University vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the University; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Motor Vehicle History Check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions (as per Voluntary and Compulsory Driver Standards OAR 125-155-0200) as per OAR 576-056-0000 et seq. |
Preferred (Special) Qualifications | MS degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Plant Science, Horticulture or a related field. Experience in potato or plant breeding. Experience in potato/vegetable production. Experience in molecular breeding and use of statistical and genetic tools Experience towing trailers and hauling equipment. Experience in management of field crop production and research. Experience with field research techniques including plot design, maintenance and evaluation of field plots, seed processing, data collection and analysis and library research. |
Working Conditions / Work Schedule | This position involves field, greenhouse, laboratory and office work. Work schedules can vary dramatically depending on seasonal needs. Work outside of an 8-5 work day is not uncommon especially in the spring for planting and during harvest in the fall. Field and greenhouse work can be under temperature extremes. Field work may involve exposure to dusty, allergen-laden conditions. Hard physical activity involving lifting, pushing, and pulling objects weighing up to 50 lbs., and on some occasions, more than 50 lbs. Will operate university vehicles such as tractors, agricultural machinery, passenger vehicles and fork lift. Enter restricted areas such as confined spaces, biological laboratories and construction sites. Performs agricultural chemical applications (fungicide, herbicide, pesticide). Respirator or dust mask and other required protective equipment used as necessary |
This position requires a clear and unambiguous commitment to compliance of all National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations for Division I (FBS) universities. | No |
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | P06341UF |
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Number of Vacancies | 2 |
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date | 01/31/2023 |
Anticipated Appointment End Date | |
Posting Date | 12/21/2022 |
Full Consideration Date | |
Closing Date | 01/04/2023 |
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search | Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants |
Special Instructions to Applicants | When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents: 1) A resume/CV; and 2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position. You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process. For additional information please contact: Michelle Hines at michelle.hines@oregonstate.edu or at 541-567-6337 Ext 113 OSU is committed to the health of our local and global community. All employees and students are required to comply with the university’s COVID-19 Vaccination Program. Please visit https://covid.oregonstate.edu/ for additional information about OSU’s plans for safety and success, as well as options for compliance with the vaccination program. OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. 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 OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months. Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications including the criminal history check requirement. This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030 et seq. Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications including the motor vehicle check requirement. |
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