Position # P10934SE. Salary Range: $14.20 – $21.00. Up to 24 hours/week.

Application Deadline: May 5, 2024. Contact for information about this position: Stacy.Harper@oregonstate.edu.

Position SummaryThis recruitment will be used to fill one part-time (10-24 hours per week during the academic year, then a maximum of 40 hours per week during an academic break) Student Technical Assistant positions for the Department of Environmental and Molecular Toxicology (EMT) at Oregon State University (OSU) within the Superfund Research Center (https://superfund.oregonstate.edu/).
Position DutiesStudent will work closely with Drs. Raffaele De Amicis, Stacey Harper and Craig Marcus to enable virtual reality programming.50% – Programming and virtual reality visualization development25% – Virtual reality learning module development – at Superfund Research Program sites and remediation facilities25% – Virtual reality learning module – focused on laboratory tools and technologies applied to Superfund Research Program related research.
Minimum QualificationsFull Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: http://fa.oregonstate.edu/stu-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements
Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term* Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term* *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 QualificationsMust be able to work well with others as part of an integrated team and have attention to detail. Responsible and well organized with good time management and communication skills. 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 OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years.
Preferred (Special) QualificationsExperience or classes in computer systems, virtual reality, programming, is preferred, but not required. A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
Working Conditions / Work ScheduleMost work is done in a computer laboratory setting. Students will work around hazardous chemicals in the research laboratories so Appropriate safety gear and training will be provided. Flexible hours as needed to complete modules in a timely manner, with consideration for student’s class schedule and variable workload during winter and spring terms.

This is a Competitive / Student position- open to ALL qualified/eligible students
Special Instructions to Applicants:
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1. A Resume/Vita
2. A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position

For additional information please contact: Stacey Harper at stacey.harper@oregonstate.edu

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.

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 OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

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.

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