Researcher - Academic jobs in Salem, OR

Researcher - Academic carries out research/development activities. Makes detailed observations, analyzes data, and interprets results. Being a Researcher - Academic compiles results and prepares technical reports and documentation of outcomes. Develops research or policy papers, studies, and reports by conducting research in specific areas. Additionally, Researcher - Academic requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Researcher - Academic works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. To be a Researcher - Academic typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Student Researcher - Pest Management
  • Oregon State University
  • Corvallis, OR FULL_TIME

  • Student Researcher - Pest Management

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    Please see Special Instructions for more details.

    When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
    1. A Resume/Vita
    2. A brief cover letter describing your interests, start and end dates, planned vacation time, and whether you want full/part-time or part-time in school year and full-time in summer
    For additional information please contact: Dalila Rendon at dalila.rendon@oregonstate.edu or Jana Lee at jana.lee@oregonstate.edu.
    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.

    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 OSU Standard 125-155-0200) as per OSU Standard 576-056-0000 et seq.
    OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

    Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.

    Position Details

    Position Information

    Job Title
    Student Researcher - Pest Management

    Appointment Type
    Student Employee

    Job Location
    Corvallis

    Position Appointment Percent
    100

    Appointment Basis
    12

    Pay Method
    Hourly

    Pay Period
    16th - 15th of the following month

    Pay Date
    Last working day of the month

    Remote or Hybrid option?

    Min Hourly Rate
    $14.20 (Standard); $13.20 (Non-Urban); $15.45 (Portland Metro)

    Max Hourly Rate
    $21.00 (Standard); $18.50 (Non-Urban); $21.50 (Portland Metro)

    Position Summary
    This recruitment will be used to fill three Student Research opportunities for the Department of Horticulture at Oregon State University (OSU).

    Be part of a research team developing sustainable pest management.
    • Spotted-wing drosophila (SWD) is eating blueberries and cherries. We are releasing parasitic wasps at multiple farms, testing pathogenic nematodes and sterile male SWD to control SWD.
    • We are surveying plant habitats that benefit pollinators on farms, and checking which predators and parasitic wasps (good bugs) and pests are on these plants.
    • Brown marmorated stink bug eats many crops, and we work with a parasitic wasp that attacks the pest’s eggs for biological control.


    Additional information, see publications at: http://www.researchgate.net/profile/Jana_Lee/publications

    Position Duties
    30% – Conduct experiments in the lab and field which includes collecting live or dead insect and plant samples in the field
    30% – Sorting insects and plant material in the laboratory, and frequent use of a microscope
    25% - Assist with rearing of insect colonies and plant care
    10% - Maintain laboratory, greenhouse and field areas by organizing, cleaning, watering and weeding
    5% - Enter data into spreadsheets and labelling (5%).

    Minimum Qualifications
    Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: http://fa.oregonstate.edu/stu-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements
    • Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
    • Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
    • Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
      • High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program
      • Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
      • Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
      • Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
      • Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*


    • International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.

    Additional Required Qualifications
    • Drivers license
    • 16 years or older
    • Walk 2 miles, lift/carry 40 lbs., kneel or squat for ground experiments, work at microscope for ~4 h/d.
    • Ability to focus on repetitive tasks.
    • Work will be done in USDA Federal building, and fingerprinting and background check will be required.


    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 OSU Standard 125-155-0200) as per OSU Standard 576-056-0000 et seq.

    Preferred (Special) Qualifications

    Working Conditions / Work Schedule

    Posting Detail Information

    Posting Number
    P10805SE

    Number of Vacancies
    3

    Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
    05/31/2024

    Anticipated Appointment End Date
    09/02/2024

    Posting Date
    03/01/2024

    Full Consideration Date

    Closing Date
    06/28/2024

    Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
    Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students

    Special Instructions to Applicants
    When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
    1. A Resume/Vita
    2. A brief cover letter describing your interests, start and end dates, planned vacation time, and whether you want full/part-time or part-time in school year and full-time in summer
    For additional information please contact: Dalila Rendon at dalila.rendon@oregonstate.edu or Jana Lee at jana.lee@oregonstate.edu.
    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.

    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 OSU Standard 125-155-0200) as per OSU Standard 576-056-0000 et seq.
    OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

    Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.

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Academic Coach
  • Oregon State University
  • Corvallis, OR FULL_TIME
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Academic Dean of Students
  • Greater Albany Public SD 8J
  • Albany, OR FULL_TIME
  • JobID: 1379 Position Type: High School Teaching/Academic Dean of Students Date Posted: 5/26/2022 Location: South Albany High Greater Albany Public Schools Academic Dean of Students Salary Level: Per n...
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Integrative Biology Academic Assistant
  • Oregon State University
  • Corvallis, OR FULL_TIME
  • Integrative Biology Academic Assistant Bookmark this Posting | Print Preview | Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. When applying you will be required to attach the fol...
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Academic Interventionist, 2024/25 School Year
  • TILLAMOOK SD 9
  • Tillamook, OR OTHER
  • QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree or higher Valid Oregon Teaching License through Teacher Standards & Practices Commission Endorsement in Elementary- Multiple Subjects Understand and follow Standards ...
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Academic Advisor Pool - 2023/2024: Integrative Biology
  • Oregon State University
  • Corvallis, OR FULL_TIME
  • Academic Advisor Pool - 2023/2024: Integrative Biology Bookmark this Posting | Print Preview | Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. Applications submitted to this recru...
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Principal Research Scientist (Policy Research) at ETS Research Division
  • Educational Testing Service
  • Salem, OR
  • **About ETS:** For more than 75 years, we have amplified products and services based rigorous research and our belief in...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Student Hazelnut Research Farm Worker
  • Oregon State University
  • Corvallis, OR
  • Position Details Position Information Job Title Student Hazelnut Research Farm Worker Appointment Type Student Employee ...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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FirmGuard UEFI Research Engineer
  • Phoenix Technologies
  • Beaverton, OR
  • FirmGuard UEFI Research Engineer Description Phoenix Technologies (www.phoenix.com) is one of the world’s most experienc...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Biological Sciences Research Technician 3 (Internal Employment Opportunity)
  • Oregon State University
  • Corvallis, OR
  • Position Details Position Information Department Ag Botany / Plant Path (ABP) Classification Title Bio Science Research ...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Administrative Assistant (Clinical Research)
  • SIGA Technologies
  • Corvallis, OR
  • SIGA Technologies, Inc. (www.siga.com) is seeking an exceptionally organized, astute Administrative Assistant to join SI...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director of Research and Development
  • R2R Strategic Recruiting
  • Beaverton, OR
  • R2R Strategic Recruiting is an internal recruiting partner for our client, Reser's Fine Foods. Reser's Fine Foods is bas...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Biological Sciences Research Technician 3
  • Oregon State University
  • Corvallis, OR
  • Position Details Position Information Department Forest Ecosyst & Society (FOR) Classification Title Bio Science Researc...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Research Forest Director of Research & Community Relations & Associate or Full Professor: Silviculture Extension Specialist
  • Oregon State University
  • Corvallis, OR
  • Position Details Position Information Department College Forests (FOR) Position Title Administrator 2-Rank Assoc Dir Job...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Salem, Oregon

Salem /ˈseɪləm/ is the capital of the U.S. state of Oregon, and the county seat of Marion County. It is located in the center of the Willamette Valley alongside the Willamette River, which runs north through the city. The river forms the boundary between Marion and Polk counties, and the city neighborhood of West Salem is in Polk County. Salem was founded in 1842, became the capital of the Oregon Territory in 1851, and was incorporated in 1857. Salem had a population of 169,798 in 2017, making it the second-largest city in the state after Portland. Salem is a little under an hour's driving dis...
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As an academic researcher you'll apply your expertise and skills developed through study and research.
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