Biological Science Research Technician – Potato Inspector

🕒 July 18

🌲 Oregon – Remote

🌲 Oregon – Remote

⏱ Part Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

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Oregon State University

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1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 1868

📚 Education

🔬 Science

Education • Science

Oregon State University is a public land-grant research university that provides undergraduate, graduate, professional, and online education, conducts broad research across environmental, marine, agricultural, and other scientific fields, and delivers statewide outreach via its Extension Service. OSU operates multiple campuses (Corvallis, OSU-Cascades in Bend, a Portland center, Hatfield Marine Science Center) and a large Ecampus offering online degrees and certificates. The institution emphasizes teaching, research, community engagement, environmental stewardship, and workforce support, and is noted for its Land-, Sea-, Space-, and Sun-Grant designations and extensive public-facing programs and services.

📋 Description

• This position will perform seasonal work in Klamath or Union County and adjacent area counties • Perform seasonal work during the September to November timeframe • Primarily assist with the inspection of potato tubers during the harvest inspections • Sample and tag seed lots in Klamath Basin or Union County area • Assisting with inspections of other crops such as mint and cereals, may be included on an intermittent basis • Driving to remote field and storage facilities • Lifting frequently and/or carry up to 50-100 pounds • Work independently in outdoor exposure (sun, wind, rain, dust, etc)

🎯 Requirements

• Two years of college-level courses in (specific field of biological science); OR an equivalent combination of training and experience • 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 • Ability to locate and work in remote rural fields independently • Effective communication and organizational skills • Ability to interact and communicate successfully and inclusively, both in writing and verbally, with a broad and diverse audience in a professional, positive and friendly manner • Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment • Experience with potato grade inspections, mint, or small grain crops for factors important to Seed Certification • Experience working with local Ag Extension officials • Familiarity and experience in potato production or inspections • Geographical knowledge of the Klamath Basin or Union County areas in regards to location of remote fields and surrounding areas

🏖️ Benefits

• 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 care insurance