Ecampus Undergrad Research Assistant
Oregon State University
USD 15.05-21.5 / hour
Posted on Aug 23, 2025
Position Information
| Job Title | Ecampus Undergrad Research Assistant |
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| 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? | Yes |
| Min Hourly Rate | $15.05 (Standard); $14.05 (Non-Urban); $16.30 (Portland Metro) |
| Max Hourly Rate | $21.50 (Standard); $21.00 (Non-Urban); $22.00 (Portland Metro) |
| Position Summary | This recruitment will be used to fill one (1) part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) online Research Assistant for the Office of Educational Ventures at Oregon State University (OSU). The Ecampus Research Unit is seeking a part-time (minimum of 6 hours per week, maximum of 12 hours per week) undergraduate online student to join our social science research team. The undergraduate student researcher reports to the Director of Research. The unit responds to and forecasts the needs and challenges of the online education field through conducting original social science research; fostering strategic collaborations; and creating evidence-based resources and tools that contribute to effective online teaching, learning and program administration. Goals for this position
The research position requires a two-consecutive term commitment (Fall and Winter quarters). The position may be renewed for two additional academic quarters based on excellent performance. Students may also register to receive academic credit. We will offer PSY 401 – Research for a minimum of 2-credit hours per term. (1 credit hour = 30 hours of work per quarter). The Research Unit, student, and departmental advisors will communicate to determine the best course and credit level for the individual student’s degree plan. This position is eligible for remote work for students not located in the Corvallis, OR area. This is a fully remote position for an undergraduate distance student working outside of the immediate Corvallis, OR area. |
| Transferable Skill Development | OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below: Communication, Critical Thinking, Professionalism, Career & Self-Development |
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| Minimum Qualifications | Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/student-employment-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements
*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 |
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| Preferred (Special) Qualifications | • Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher • Good academic standing • Degree-seeking Ecampus (distance) student • Full-time Ecampus student |
| Working Conditions / Work Schedule | The Student Researcher will be required to:
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Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | P12375SE |
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| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
| Anticipated Appointment Begin Date | 10/06/2025 |
| Anticipated Appointment End Date | |
| Posting Date | 08/18/2025 |
| Full Consideration Date | |
| Closing Date | 09/08/2025 |
| 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: ● Transcripts For additional information please contact: Mary Ellen Dello Stritto at maryellen.dellostritto@oregonstate.edu 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. Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval |