Scientific Assistant

Available Title(s):

1161-YN_ADMINPRO - Scientific Assistant

Business Title:

Scientific Assistant

Employee Type:

Admin. Professional (+) (Fixed Term)

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

12 Month

Position Details:

Summary of Duties:

This position will perform professional-level work in support of the research activities in tree crops in Washington. The incumbent will perform a wide range of duties including field and laboratory analyses to accomplish research goals; field experiment set up; developing field and laboratory protocols; collecting, processing, and analyzing data; statistical analysis; preparing graphics and reports; troubleshooting and maintaining computers and laboratory equipment. A high level of capability in computer software (spreadsheets, word processing, and presentation) and the ability to learn new software is required. Additional requirements include the ability to locate and purchase supplies, schedule and execute activities independently, and learn new procedures and protocols. Experimental and analytical skills, precision, reliability, understanding and knowledge of research theory, excellent organizational skills are also required. The incumbent will lead the activities of hourly workers, and work with other technical staff and scientists to achieve project goals.

Essential Job Functions:

• Laboratory Research and Analysis - 40%

• Data - 25%

• Laboratory Operations and Development - 20%

• Supervision and Training - 10%

• Other - 5%

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate related scientific or engineering discipline and three (3) years of progressively responsible related professional research experience. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. A Master’s degree in an appropriate related scientific or engineering discipline may be substituted for up to one year of the required work experience.

• Master’s degree in science, laboratory experience and knowledge performing professional-level work with scientific research protocols. 

• Experimental and analytical skills, precision, reliability, understanding and knowledge of research theory, excellent organizational and project management skills. Technical editing experience and advanced knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. 

• Must have, or be able to obtain, a valid driver’s license at time of hire.

Additional Information:

Area/College:

College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resources (CAHNRS)

Department Name:

Wenatchee Tree Fruit Research and Extension Center

City, State, Zip:

Wenatchee, WA 98801

Department Link:

Postharvest Systems | Washington State University (wsu.edu)

Monthly Salary:

$3,900.88 - $5,613.47

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Successful candidates typically begin up to mid-point of the salary range. For additional information, please review WSU’s Administrative Professional Compensation .  WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation .

Overtime Eligibility:

Overtime Eligible

FTE:

100%

This is a temporary position.

Temporary End Date:

This is a temporary position expected to end on February 28, 2025. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.

Posting Close Date:

This position has been re-posted. Applicants must submit their completed application by April 2, 2024 at 11:59 PM.
Background Check:

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34 , engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need.  A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Application Instructions:

Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. External candidates, please upload all documents in the “Resume/CV” section of your application. Internal candidates, please upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application. Documents may be submitted in one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF if possible. Applicants will be requested to provide contact information for professional references within the online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

Required Documents:

• Resume

• Cover letter

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [email protected] .