UAMP Forestry Research Technician
Oregon State University
USD 15.05-21.5 / hour
Posted on Dec 22, 2025
Position Information
| Job Title | UAMP Forestry Research Technician |
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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? | |
| 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) Research Technician for the Department of Forest Engineering, Resources, and Management at Oregon State University (OSU). We are seeking two forestry research technicians for a research project investigating the impacts of wildfire on managed, multi-aged Douglas-fir stands in western Oregon. These hires will collect data to help improve our understanding of how forest structure and management history impact wildfire effects and forest resilience in Douglas-fir/western hemlock forests of the western Cascades. Work will be conducted in field setting on the H.J. Andrews Experimental Forest (https://andrewsforest.oregonstate.edu/) near Blue River, OR. Housing will be provided on the Experimental Forest. Please direct any questions about this position to Matt Powers (matthew.powers@oregonstate.edu). |
| 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, and Career & Self-Development |
| Position Duties | Primary duties associated with these positions include:
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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 | Candidates must:
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| Preferred (Special) Qualifications |
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| Working Conditions / Work Schedule | Candidates will be expected to follow written protocols and oral directions. Candidates will be expected to work as a team to perform tasks that have been outlined in written directions or previously demonstrated by a supervisor. Candidates may be asked to work independently on tasks that have previously been conducted under supervision. |
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | P12686SE |
|---|---|
| Number of Vacancies | 2 |
| Anticipated Appointment Begin Date | 06/15/2026 |
| Anticipated Appointment End Date | 11/11/2026 |
| Posting Date | 12/22/2025 |
| Full Consideration Date | 01/16/2026 |
| Closing Date | 01/30/2026 |
| 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: ● A Resume ● A Cover Letter For additional information please contact: Mathew Powers at matthew.powers@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 |