Ichthyology Collection Research Assistant
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR, USA
USD 15.05-21.5 / hour
Posted on Sep 19, 2025
Position Information
| Job Title | Ichthyology Collection 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 (2) part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Ichthyology Collection Research Assistant position at Oregon State University (OSU). The Oregon State University Ichthyology Collection (OSIC) invites applications for an undergraduate collection assistant. The OSIC contains nearly a quarter million preserved specimens of fish and associated genetic resources. It is a biodiversity library focused on documenting, understanding, and protecting the fish of the Pacific Northwest and beyond. |
| Transferable Skill Development | |
| Position Duties | Organization and preservation of specimens Database management Public outreach |
| 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 | |
| Preferred (Special) Qualifications | |
| Working Conditions / Work Schedule |
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | P12485SE |
|---|---|
| Number of Vacancies | 2 |
| Anticipated Appointment Begin Date | 10/06/2025 |
| Anticipated Appointment End Date | |
| Posting Date | 09/18/2025 |
| Full Consideration Date | |
| Closing Date | 09/26/2025 |
| 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: ● A Resume ● A Cover Letter For additional information please contact: Michael Burns at michael.burns@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 2 years. 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 |