Biological Sciences Research Technician 1: OHSU Sheep Project Research Assistant (Short-Term)

Department:

Department of Animal & Rangeland Sciences

Special Instructions to Applicants:

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1) A resume/CV

For additional information please contact:

Tedd Huffman

[email protected]

Job Summary:

The BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES RESEARCH TECHNICIAN 1 performs duties requiring specialized technical and manual skills in support of units involved in agriculture, forestry, or food science research. Work performed includes animal, poultry, and fish care; various farming operations; plant care; and routine building, ground, and equipment maintenance.

This is the first level of a three-level series. The Biological Sciences Research Technician 1 is distinguished from the higher-level technician by receiving closer supervision from the Research Project leader and/or higher-level technician. Work assignments are of a more routine nature, such as cleaning stalls and pens; handling and transporting animals; cultivating; planting; irrigating; applying pesticides; and making minor repairs to equipment and are inspected regularly by a supervisor. There is an absence of responsibility for managing or coordinating the technical functions of the project but employees in this class are expected to perform duties which require specialized technical skills in support of the project.

The BSRT 1 position will perform the following duties in relation to a project in the Animal and Rangland Sciences unit. The incumbent in this position will assist with animal care and data collection for a project supervised by the PI C. Bishop. Another aspect of this study is to analyze learning and memory in a cohort of animals

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Two years of college-level courses in (specific field of biological science); OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience supporting animal-based / focused research
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with partner agencies.
• Ability to foster an inclusive and collaborative research environment

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 University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with specific animals involved in the OHSU Sheep Study to allow the incumbent to instill calm, relaxed demeanor in the animals involved in the study

Working Conditions/Schedule:

Work in farm and barn environment with study animals. Must be able to lift 50 lbs and walk on uneven surfaces. Looking to hire a former student who has been supporting the project for the past 9 months.

Salary Range:

$18.06 - $23.88

Anticipated Start Date:

2026-09-08

Anticipated End Date:

2027-01-31

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

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