LeBoldus Lab UG Research Assistant
Oregon State University
USD 15.05-21.5 / hour
Posted on Sep 16, 2025
Position Information
| Job Title | LeBoldus Lab UG Research Assistant |
|---|---|
| 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 | $15.05 (Standard); $14.05 (Non-Urban); $16.30 (Portland Metro) |
| Max Hourly Rate | $21.50 (Standard); $19.50 (Non-Urban); $22.00 (Portland Metro) |
| Position Summary | This recruitment will be used to fill two part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) student technical assistant for Botany and Plant Pathology at Oregon State University (OSU). The Department of Botany and Plant Pathology LeBoldus laboratory is seeking a dependable student to work as laboratory assistant. Duties include dishwashing, preparing media for culturing, and general lab upkeep. The student will also maintain plants growing in growth chambers and greenhouses, and may assist lab personnel with research projects, depending on the students’ ability to meet/exceed the expectations of this position. The successful applicants must be able to follow instructions, be comfortable with basic chemistry (calculating molarity, dilutions, and converting between units) and be willing to commit at least 10-15 hours (max. 24 hours) a week during the 9 month academic year and up to 40 hours a week during the summer. This position includes some weekend watering duties. |
| 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, Teamwork, Technology |
| Position Duties | 60% Basic Laboratory Duties, including:
10% Maintenance of plants in growth chambers and greenhouses 10% Molecular Biology – DNA extraction, PCR, cloning 20% Monitoring and maintenance of field trials |
| 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 | 1. Undergraduate student majoring in Botany, Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology or closely related subject 2. Ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions 3. Familiarity with basic chemistry (molarity, dilutions, unit conversion, etc) 4. Ability to work independently after receiving training The successful applicants must be comfortable working in a research lab. Use of an autoclave is required. Proper protective equipment and training will be provided. |
| Preferred (Special) Qualifications | |
| Working Conditions / Work Schedule |
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | P12467SE |
|---|---|
| Number of Vacancies | 2 |
| Anticipated Appointment Begin Date | 09/29/2025 |
| Anticipated Appointment End Date | |
| Posting Date | 09/15/2025 |
| Full Consideration Date | 09/23/2025 |
| Closing Date | 09/29/2025 |
| 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: 1. A Resume/Vita 2. A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position 3. Transcripts For additional information please contact: Elizabeth Stamm at stammel@oregonstate.edu We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. 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 OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months. Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. |