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Office Assistant

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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:

Kimberly Webster

kimberly.webster@oregonstate.edu

(541) 737-1830

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.

Position Details

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Position Information

Department

Biochem / Biophysics (SBB)

Classification Title

Office Assistant

Job Title

Office Assistant

Appointment Type

Classified Staff

Job Location

Corvallis

Benefits Eligible

Not benefits eligible

Remote or Hybrid option?

Employment Category

Regular

Job Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill one part-time (approximately 18 hours per week) Office Assistant position for the Department of Biochemistry & Biophysics at Oregon State University (

OSU

).

This part-time position provides general administrative support within a university office setting. The incumbent will create flyers for seminars, organize small receptions, maintain office organization, manage office supply inventory, and oversee recycling efforts.

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 7

cultural resource centers

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 a

comprehensive benefits package

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.

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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 the

Benefits Calculator

to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.

Key Responsibilities

45% Seminar

45% Department Organization

10% Other Duties as Assigned

What We Require

Completion of courses or training in office technology; OR one year of general clerical experience; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.

What You Will Need

.

What We Would Like You to Have

Experience with office technology Ability to work independently Ability to work among diversity and foster an inclusive work environment

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Standard office environment and hours

Pay Method

Hourly

Pay Period

16th - 15th of the following month

Pay Date

Last working day of the month

Min Salary

$18.06

Max Salary

$22.84

Link to Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/174746

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

P05474CT

Number of Vacancies

1

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date

12/16/2025

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Posting Date

11/20/2025

Full Consideration Date

Closing Date

11/28/2025

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search

Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants

Special Instructions 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:

Kimberly Webster

kimberly.webster@oregonstate.edu

(541) 737-1830


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.

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