Faculty Research Assistant (Internal Employment Opportunity)

Oregon State University, United States

Updated: 17 days ago
Location: Corvallis, OREGON
Deadline: 31 May 2024

Position Details
Position Information


Department Ag Botany / Plant Path (ABP)
Position Title Faculty Research Assistant
Job Title Faculty Research Assistant (Internal Employment Opportunity)
Appointment Type Academic Faculty
Job Location Corvallis
Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Job Summary
This is an Internal Employment Opportunity
The Department of Botany & Plant Pathology invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Faculty Research Assistant position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Department Head.
Reappointment will occur on an annual basis at the discretion of the Department Head and dependent on the availability of funds.
The incumbent will do research in the Chang laboratory. The focus of the research will be on computational biology particularly in the areas of bacterial population genomics, molecular diagnostics, oomycete genomics, and Nextflow pipeline development. They will also contribute to general laboratory upkeep and mentoring undergraduate students in the laboratory.
Why OSU?
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.
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Key Responsibilities
80%
Research and scholarship: design experiments, collect data, analyze data, present results in group meetings, and prepare manuscripts.
10%
Assist with general laboratory upkeep including ordering of supplies and organizing digital collections.
10%
Assist with mentoring of undergraduate students working in the laboratory.
What You Will Need
Bachelor’s degree in Mathematical Biology, Computational Biology, or closely related field.
Research experience in a molecular plant pathology laboratory; demonstrable experience with R, bash scripting, Python programming, and Nextflow, and experience working with bacterial and eukaryotic genomics.
What We Would Like You to Have
A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Work will primarily take place in Cordley Hall Rm 3602 (research laboratory) as well as additional rooms in Cordley Hall housing common-use laboratory equipment.
Pay Method Salary
Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Recommended Full-Time Salary Range Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience
Link to Position Description
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/153532

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number P08103UF
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 06/17/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date 05/23/2024
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date 05/31/2024
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Internal
Special Instructions to Applicants
This is an Internal Employment Opportunity
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume/CV; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.
For additional information please contact:
| Cheryl Hagey
| [email protected]
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
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