Research Assistant w/ Institute for Naturel resources (PSU)

https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/41122

Position Summary
Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
This position works under the Institute for Natural Resources (INR), the Department of Environmental Science & Management (ESM).

The Institute for Natural Resources – Portland is part of the Institute for Natural Resources (INR) based at Oregon State University in Corvallis. The INR was created by OSU and the Oregon Legislature in 2001 as an independent institute in the Research Office of OSU. As a research institute, INR helps decision makers identify and use relevant science in making natural resource policy and management decisions. INR works with local, state, federal, non-profit, and private organizations to produce maps, assessments, scientific reviews, datasets, and analyses for use in conservation planning, prioritization, and management.

Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.

More than 27,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.

Position Summary
​This position is responsible for working with the Institute for Natural Resources (INR), the Department of Environmental Science & Management (ESM), Center for Lakes and Reservoirs (CLR), and Berry Botanic Seed Bank at PSU staff to gather, collate, and disseminate information on invasive species found within Oregon, perform field work related to invasive species, rare species, and seed collection, assist with the Seed Bank, and other program support. The position includes administration of the Oregon iMap Invasives program and Oregon Invasive Species Hotline including solicitation and distribution of data and networking with regional invasives organizations for training and support. It will also include participation in outreach events including the PSU farmer’s market.

Primary Activity
R - Research

Minimum Qualifications
Minimum education level includes a bachelor’s degree in botany, ecology, horticulture or related field. No previous experience required.

Preferred Qualifications
Preferred education level includes a graduate degree in botany, ecology, horticulture or related field and at least 1 year directly working with plants.

Key Cultural Competencies
• Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
• Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
• Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement
• Adheres to all PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.

Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.

Professional Standards of Conduct
At Portland State University, all employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner which maintains a safe, respectful, and productive environment for faculty, students, administrators, and staff. It is the responsibility of every member of the Portland State University community to conduct themselves in accordance with our PSU Professional Standards of Conduct which are available at https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/professional-standards-conduct-policy.

Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
​Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.

The starting annual salary for this position will be $61,332 but may be negotiated above this rate dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.

An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-overview

Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/psu-total-compensation-calculator