Biological Sciences Research Technician 1 | Oregon State University - Military Veterans

Internal Job Number: P05060CT Description: This recruitment will be used to fill one or two full-time seasonal (May July) Biological Sciences Research Technician 1 positions for the College of Earth, Oceans, and Atmospheric Sciences at Oregon State University ( OSU ). This position will be located in Nevada and eastern California. Participate as a member of Fleishman's research group in seasonal, long-term field studies of responses of birds and plants to environmental change in the Great Basin. Position contributes to the objectives of the Southwest Climate Adaptation Science Center, of which Fleishman is co-PI (via Colorado State University), and Northwest Climate Adaptation Science Center, of which OSU is a member. This position will work at various field sites throughout Nevada and eastern California. Minimum Qualifications (Staff) / Guidelines (Faculty): Two years of college-level courses in (specific field of biological science); OR an equivalent combination of training and experience. Requirements : Two years of college-level courses in ecology, wildlife biology, or related disciplines; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience and proficiency in identification of western birds by sound and sight. Ability to collect and maintain accurate, hard-copy data records. Back country camping and driving experience. Demonstrated ability to work productively and cooperatively in teams, and to contribute to a safe and inclusive work environment for team members from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. 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. Type: This position requires regular walking and squatting; lifting research equipment up to 20 lbs.; frequent use of hands for fine-dexterity movement, grasping, reaching above shoulder level; bending and crouching; occasional climbing, kneeling, crawling, lifting, and pushing or pulling up to 50 lbs. with force; standing or sitting for long periods of time; ability to drive motor vehicles in inclement conditions; exposure to marked changes in temperature or humidity. This position requires overnight backcountry camping in a wide variety of weather conditions.