This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Scientific Instrument Technician 1 position for the Radiation Center at Oregon State University.

The Radiation Center is a unique institutional facility designed to provide support to instructional and research programs for all departments on the campus of Oregon State University, as well as to other schools within the Oregon University System (OUS), and to other organizations both state-wide and nationally. The Center occupies approximately 45,000 square feet of floor space and houses the Oregon State TRIGA reactor, which is licensed to operate continuously at a power level of 1.1 megawatts-thermal. There are approximately 30 permanent employees located at the Radiation Center as well as 25 or more research personnel on a temporary basis.

The purpose of this position is to have a trained, qualified scientific instrument technician to maintain and repair a great variety of complex nuclear- and radiation-related electronic equipment vital to the safe operation of the Radiation Center; to design, build and install unique circuits and systems when they are needed and to assist faculty, students, and research programs with instrumentation problems. A major thrust of this position centers on the OSU TRIGA research reactor’s control and safety systems, particularly the control console, reactor radiation detection and monitoring equipment, and reactor security systems.

Another major role of the Scientific Instrument Technician at the Radiation Center involves the evaluation, repair and calibration of a wide range of laboratory and portable radiation detection and monitoring systems.

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS:

• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.

40% Maintaining and calibrating instrumentation directly related to nuclear safety, operation, and security of the OSU TRIGA reactor. This includes maintaining Nuclear Regulatory Commission required as-built circuit drawings of the facility modifications using computer-aided graphics for all new system revisions.

25% Maintaining and calibrating a wide range of complete nuclear and radiation detection instrumentation, including germanium gamma spectrometry analyzers, beta radiation spectrometers, alpha radiation spectrometers, and portable alpha, beta, gamma and neutron radiation dose rate and contamination instruments. This also includes maintaining comprehensive instrument repair, calibration, and traceability records for review by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the State Health Division.

10% Designing, building and installing electronic circuitry in the Radiation Center to meet special operational, safety, and security requirements. This often includes the need to perform associated mechanical construction including use of machine tools and welding equipment.

9% Coordinating the Radiation Center building systems maintenance and repair with Facilities Services personnel. This involves staying knowledgeable about the status of the Center’s systems and work performed by Facilities Services as well as providing advice to the Director on building system needs.

5% Overseeing the use of the Radiation Center machine shop and electronics shop, including instruction in the use of equipment and stocking of tools and spare parts.

5% Providing assistance as needed on a large variety of tasks about the Radiation Center consistent with working in a small group where mutual support and cooperation are vital.

2% Consulting with the academic staff and Radiation Center staff regarding the design and performance specifications for a large variety of nuclear and radiation safety related instruments.

2% Providing immediate (24-hour per day) assistance with reactor operations other Radiation Center staff concerning instrumentation problems to ensure that systems are returned to operability as rapidly as possible in order to meet reactor license, safety, and security requirements.

2% Setting up and checking out nuclear instrumentation systems for academic classes.

Knowledge of fabrication: Including; fabricate circuit boards, chassis, cabinets, etc., from blueprints, rough sketches, and verbal instructions when vendor equipment is unavailable or requires modification. Draw schematic diagrams, parts layouts, parts lists, and other working drawings. Test equipment to evaluate its performance and make necessary adjustments.

Knowledge of Calibration and Maintenance: Including; diagnose malfunctioning equipment to identify problems. Calibrates, aligns, and repairs scientific instruments and systems and performs preventative maintenance. In other cases, develop the necessary procedures, write documentation and maintain records on repairs, calibration, and other work on equipment and instruments.

Consulting experience: Such as consulting with and advise end users on use of instruments and of alternatives available. Confer with manufacturers about their equipment. Estimate job completion dates and cost.

Experience with inventory and ordering/purchasing: Such as maintaining a parts stock and technical library of components used to repair and fabricate instruments and equipment. Purchase parts and components needed for repair and fabrication.

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 University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess, and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.

Demonstrable ability to embrace a variety of backgrounds and perspectives and work collaboratively in a diverse team environment.

This position requires work under some hazardous working conditions including exposure to radiation, working with high voltages, working while on a ladder, working with power tools, and occasionally working in proximity to toxic chemicals. Maybe subject to noisy machinery. May occasionally be called in after hours to help solve a problem that caused an alarm. Expectation is to provide immediate (24-hour per day) assistance with reactor operations when needed.

Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc. Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position. Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for this position.

Cover letters are optional for this position and will not be used for evaluating your qualifications.

Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week).

PLEASE NOTE: If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties.

Transcripts must be submitted for all required and/or related courses. All courses must be from accredited colleges, universities, or private vocational schools. The online application system will allow you to attach your transcripts if the PDF file is 9MB or less. Transcripts must be received by the closing date. If you have trouble uploading your transcripts, reach out to the contact listed.

Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.

For additional information please contact: Dr. Steve Reese at Steve.Reese@oregonstate.edu or 541-737-2344.

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.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.