Faculty Research Assistant (Internal Employment Opportunity)

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Department Animal & Rnglnd Sciences (ASC) Position Title Faculty Research Assistant Job Title Faculty Research Assistant (Internal Employment Opportunity) Appointment Type Academic Faculty Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Job Summary

This is an Internal Employment Opportunity

The Animal & Rangeland Sciences invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Faculty Research Assistant position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Department Head.

This position sits within the Animal and Rangeland Sciences Department in OSU's College of Agricultural Sciences.

College of Agricultural Sciences (CAS) faculty are committed to enhancing student success by engaging students in quality academic, research, internships, global studies, and other experiential learning opportunities. There is an expectation that, as part of your role in the college, you embody and advance the principles and practices conveyed in the CAS CARE Commitment document.

The position works alongside Research and Extension faculty, conducting water, vegetation, and soils research projects throughout the state of Oregon. This position is responsible for installing and maintaining field monitoring equipment; conducting field data collection and lab analysis of soils, vegetation, and water quality samples; and performing quantitative analyses and writing project reports.

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.

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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.

Oregon State University is deeply committed to the principles of a Health Promoting University. This commitment drives a collaborative approach across OSU's safety and well-being programs, reducing silos and coordinating efforts to enhance employee safety and well-being. By prioritizing resources that support the health of both employees and students, OSU fosters a culture of care and a healthier campus environment where everyone can thrive.

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Key Responsibilities

50% Ongoing Research and field work at various locations throughout the state of Oregon.

• Maintain instrumentation and collect field data, conduct quality assurance and quality control on all data using approved research methods, and perform miscellaneous other duties related to conducting ongoing research.
• Install or replace, maintain, and collect data from a miscellaneous of sensors and monitoring stations, including weather monitoring stations, shallow groundwater wells, streamflow gauges, and soil monitoring stations.
• Conduct vegetation, soils, and water analyses.
• Maintain field, lab, and office equipment.

45% Data analysis, manuscript preparation, and co-authorship

• Organize, interpret, and synthesize data for archiving and for manuscript preparation.
• The incumbent will participate in publications derived from the research findings.
• Present project results at local/regional professional meetings and as a guest lecturer in OSU courses if invited.

5% Other duties as needed/ assigned

What You Will Need

B.S. degree in water sciences, natural sciences, ecology, or other related field with two - years equivalent work experience in hydrology and water quality, conducting field data collection (e.g., streamflow measurements, sensor installation), lab analysis of water quality samples, and data synthesis, statistical analysis, and report preparation; or,

Graduate student level work in water resources science with one year of experience conducting hydrology and water quality field data collection and lab analysis of soils and water samples; installing and maintaining monitoring stations (data loggers, enclosures, sensors, batteries, solar panels, etc.); organizing and synthesizing field and lab data; statistical analysis; and creating and presenting reports.

Experience in programming, installing, and maintaining lab and field scientific instrumentation used in hydrology studies.

Ability to work among a diverse population of researchers, students, faculty, and external partners, and to embrace a variety of ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds.

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.

What We Would Like You to Have

MS research experience in water resources science.

Experience in developing coding for data analysis, leading to hydrological modeling approaches.

Experience teaching or assisting in teaching water or rangeland-related coursework.

Experience in research related to water cycling in rangelands and other agroecosystems.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

A significant amount of work will be outdoors in various weather conditions. Lab and office work will be indoors. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. for short distances. Must be able to conduct field work on uneven terrain as part of job duties. Field work schedule will be between Monday - Friday, 6am - 7pm. Mornings and evenings outside 6am - 7pm, or overtime is not expected. Travel from Corvallis to work sites will be done during work hours as part of the job.

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 skills, education, and experience Link to Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/180336

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P09995UF Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 07/07/2026 Anticipated Appointment End Date Posting Date 06/11/2026 Full Consideration Date Closing Date 06/18/2026 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Internal Special Instructions to Applicants

This is an Internal Employment Opportunity.

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:

Carlos Ochoa

Carlos.Ochoa@oregonstate.edu

541-737-0933

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 employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Internal employment opportunities are filled from within the institution by candidates who are current, or recent, members of the OSU Community. Please indicate how you meet this criterion. See: http://hr.oregonstate.edu/jobs/oeshtxt/111 for details.

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

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