Seabird Field Research Assistant

Position Information Job Title Seabird Field Research Assistant Appointment Type Student Employee Job Location Corvallis Position Appointment Percent 100 Appointment Basis 12 Pay Method Hourly Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month Pay Date Last working day of the month Remote or Hybrid option? Min Hourly Rate $15.05 (Standard); $14.05 (Non-Urban); $16.30 (Portland Metro) Max Hourly Rate $21.50 (Standard); $19.50 (Non-Urban); $22.00 (Portland Metro) Position Summary The Seabird Oceanography Lab at Oregon State University is hiring one eligible• university undergraduate to serve as a seasonal field technician from 7/13/2026 to 8/15/2026 to conduct bill load photography of tufted puffins, monitor disturbances by eagles, interact with the public, curate photos, and identify photographed prey items. The field work will occur in Cannon Beach, Oregon. The Tufted Puffin photography technician must be able to work solo with minimal supervision. Field work will be scheduled to capitalize on low tides and conditions suitable for photography. This includes very early mornings, evenings, and weekends. It is anticipated the technician will spend 2-5 hours in the field each day when conditions are good. The technician will be expected to curate photos on a regular basis and review photos for initial prey identification following established protocols using a custom prey identification guide. Experience in technical wildlife photography is desirable. The applicant will be using a Sony A9 with a FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS Lens and a 1.2x teleconverter to photograph flying puffins with bill loads. Experience with a similar system to photograph flying birds is highly advantageous. The successful applicant should be able to carry loads upwards of 30 lbs and stand for long periods of time. Amodation will be provided throughout the duration of the position and will include tent camping. Applicants are expected to be able to provide their own vehicle. Transferable Skill Development OSU ismitted to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. Thepetencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below: Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Technology Position Duties Photograph tufted puffins and other marine birds carrying bill loads at Haystack Rock, OR Document disturbances by eagles and other causes during photography sessions Curate photos on a regular basis Follow bill load identification protocols to identify prey items Use field notebooks, datasheets, and a laptop to maintain records Interact with the general public and document interactions with interested visitors Regularly clean and maintain camera gear Conduct all work in accordance with Oregon State University safety requirements Maintain professional and positive working relationships on the job and in living quarters Minimum Qualifications Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found : hr.oregonstate.edu/student-employment-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements Must be academically enrolled in a high school,munity 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 Qualifications Must be enrolled as at least a half-time student at an undergraduate institution during Spring and Fall 2026. The selected applicant will be required to show proof of enrollment via a letter from the university registrar or similar document Photography experience using DSLR cameras Basic bird identification knowledge Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Google Suite Proven track record of working in a safe and efficient manner Ability to lift and carry 30 lbs Capable of working variable schedules including early mornings and weekends Ability to work outdoors, sometimes in cold and windy conditions Ability to work legally in the United States Incumbent must successfullyplete a Motor Vehicle History Check and possess a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence. Preferred (Special) Qualifications Direct experience collecting biological data in the field Up-to-date first aid and CPR certification Experience in technical wildlife photography Experience with rock climbing or hiking in rough terrain Strong academic/professional interest in seabird conservation Working Conditions / Work Schedule Posting Detail Information Posting Number

P12990SE

Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 06/13/2026 Anticipated Appointment End Date 08/28/2026 Posting Date 04/03/2026 Full Consideration Date Closing Date 04/24/2026 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students Special Instructions to Applicants When ing 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: Rachael Orben at rachael.orbenoregonstate.edu We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. This position requires driving a University vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the University; tfore, the incumbent must successfullyplete 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 Voluntary and Compulsory Driver Standards OSU Standard 125-155-0200) as per OSU Standard 576-056-0000 et seq.

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