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Department Wood Science / Engr (FOR)

Classification Title Laboratory Technician 2

Job Title Laboratory Technician 2 (Wood Research)

Appointment Type Classified Staff

Job Location Corvallis

Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible

Remote or Hybrid option?

Employment Category Limited Duration

Job Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Laboratory Technician 2 (Wood Research) position for the College of Forestry’s Department of Wood Science and Engineering at Oregon State University ( OSU ). This is a limited duration appointment expected to last approximately 2 years from the appointment begin date.

This position will perform laboratory-based testing and help in research of wood and wood products. The technician will perform all tasks associated with testing lumber for establishing their design values and ascertaining the relevant failure codes as per ASTM standards. Additionally, the technician will perform mechanical testing on plywood, oriented strandboard and other structural wood composites. Work will involve fabricating and machining large and small samples, data handling and analysis, and some undergraduate student management.

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

•7cultural resource centers (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life/diversity-and-cultural-resources) 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 acomprehensive benefits package (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee) 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 theBenefits Calculator (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator) to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

40%:Design and execute laboratory testing according to standard procedures, especially conduct testing of wood, and wood composites

20%:Prepare samples for testing using power equipment.

15%: Process data collected from testing using Microsoft excel so it is in a readable format.

10%:Install sensors, ensure workability and compatibility of the sensors.

10%:Perform routine laboratory protocols as per project demands.

5%:Other duties as assigned.

What We Require

Two years of experience performing routine, standardized analytical tests and laboratory procedures in accordance with well-defined written instructions and high school courses in chemistry, biology, mathematics, or any course which included laboratory work; OR An equivalent combination of training and experience. NOTE : An Associate’s Degree in Laboratory Science may substitute for one year of the required experience.

What You Will Need

+ Willingness and ability to do basic wood working operations using power tools.

+ Ability to perform basic functions in Microsoft excel and organize spreadsheets.

+ Ability to communicate with undergraduate students and delegate tasks to efficiently complete projects.

+ Proficiency in algebra.

+ Ability to problem solve and re-direct work plans to more efficiently complete tasks.

+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What We Would Like You to Have

+ Completion of undergraduate courses in Physics, Maths and/or Wood Science

+ Experience with Universal Testing Machine

+ Experience in running ASTM tests wood or other fibrous natural material

+ Experience operating power tools for sample preparation

+ Experience failure coding of samples as per ASTM D198 and ASTM D143

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

+ Full time; 40 hours a week. Monday – Friday: 8 – 5.

+ Work is primarily indoor in a laboratory setting

+ Ability to pull/push/lift objects weighing 50 lbs is required.

Pay Method Hourly

Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month

Pay Date Last working day of the month

Min Salary $20.98

Max Salary $31.63

Link to Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position\_descriptions/175300

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P05489CT

Number of Vacancies 1

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 02/01/2026

Anticipated Appointment End Date 01/31/2028

Posting Date 12/15/2025

Full Consideration Date 01/05/2026

Closing Date 01/07/2026

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants

Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by January 5, 2026.Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

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.

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

For additional information please contact:

Arijit Sinha

[email protected]

541-737-6713

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.

Supplemental Questions

Read More at: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/175380

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.