MES Student Research Assistant
Oregon State University
USD 15.05-21.5 / hour
Posted on Mar 10, 2026
Position Information
| Job Title | MES Student Research Assistant |
|---|---|
| Appointment Type | Student Employee |
| Job Location | Ontario |
| 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 five (5) summer Student Research Assistant positions (a maximum of 20 hours per week during academic terms and a maximum of 40 hours per week during academic breaks) for the Malheur Experiment Station in Ontario, OR at Oregon State University (OSU). The student technician performs routine to complex technical or specialized tasks in support of research and farm operations. Malheur Experiment Station will be conducting several different research projects related to pest monitoring, pest management, and variety trials in onion and potato crops during the summer growing season. This position is located in Ontario, OR. |
| 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: Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Professionalism, and Career & Self-Development. |
| Position Duties |
Training will be provided for required skills. |
| 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 |
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| Working Conditions / Work Schedule |
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | P12893SE |
|---|---|
| Number of Vacancies | 5 |
| Anticipated Appointment Begin Date | 05/01/2026 |
| Anticipated Appointment End Date | 09/30/2026 |
| Posting Date | 03/03/2026 |
| Full Consideration Date | |
| Closing Date | 06/30/2026 |
| 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:
For additional information please contact: Stuart Reitz at stuart.reitz@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 |