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Bruker's high-performance scientific instruments and high-value analytical and diagnostic solutions ... Bruker Spatial Biology is looking for an entry-level Bioinformatician to join our R&D department.

Bruker

Bruker's high-performance scientific instruments and high-value analytical and diagnostic solutions ... Bruker Spatial Biology is looking for an entry-level Bioinformatician to join our R&D department.

Bruker

Bruker's high-performance scientific instruments and high-value analytical and diagnostic solutions ... Bruker Spatial Biology is looking for an entry-level Bioinformatician to join our R&D department.

Stantec

Building Science Consultant

Portland, OR · On-site

$85K - $123K/yr

This is a full-time, entry-level to early-career position that offers exposure to a wide range of building science services. Your Key Responsibilities Under the guidance and supervision of senior ...

Stantec

Building Science Consultant

Portland, OR · On-site

$85K - $123K/yr

This is a full-time, entry-level to early-career position that offers exposure to a wide range of building science services. Your Key Responsibilities Under the guidance and supervision of senior ...

United States Army

Reserve Entomologist

Salem, OR

Experience Level: Entry Level Requirements * Be a U.S. citizen by the time you commission as an Officer * Be between 21 and 42 years old * Hold an advanced degree in your medical/scientific field

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As of Jul 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level scientific in Oregon is $33.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.34 and $42.45 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Entry-level scientific roles include laboratory technician, research assistant, quality control analyst, and environmental technician. These jobs often require basic knowledge of scientific methods, data analysis, and sometimes certifications or training in specific tools or safety procedures.

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An entry-level scientist is often referred to as a research assistant, laboratory technician, or junior scientist. These roles typically require a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and involve supporting research activities, data collection, and basic analysis under supervision.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Scientific job openings in Oregon as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 14% Internship, and 86% Full Time. Highlights an 93% In-person, and 7% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $69,224 per year, or $33.3 per hour.
Entry-Level Engineer

Entry-Level Engineer

The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company

Portland, OR • On-site

$74K - $86K/yr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Job description


Please note:
  • Applying for positions in multiple locations will result in a longer vetting process.
  • The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including the disabled and veterans.

Whiting-Turner is a national ENR Top 25 General Contractor looking for entry-level engineers to help manage all aspects of construction projects. Reporting to a project manager and/or a superintendent, the entry-level engineer's major duties include:
  • Coordinating work with project owner representatives, architects, engineers, inspectors, and site subcontractors and/or directing the work of all trades assigned to a construction work site.
  • Managing estimating and bidding processes and tracking costs to manage project budget.
  • Resolving and clarifying design issues.
  • Identifying and resolving field issues and change orders.
  • Writing contracts and purchase orders using company boilerplate language to document all ordered work, schedules, projected costs, change orders and technical specifications.
  • Participating in meetings to coordinate work and manage labor concerns.
  • Ensuring work is completed in accordance with quality standards and contract specifications.
  • Implementing project schedules including each task associated with project completion.
  • Documenting the technical, financial and personnel aspects of each project.
  • Reviewing project drawings, specifications, submittals and change orders.
  • Reviewing each trade's work progress with respect to each project phase.
  • Providing field support to construction superintendents to help ensure contract compliance, quality control and maintenance of the site.
  • Tracking project phase completion against milestones.
  • Setting expectations for managing a safe work site.
  • Documenting each phase of the project.

Whiting-Turner will train qualified candidates to develop:
  • General knowledge of safety regulations, ANSI standards, local and state building codes, environmental codes, availability of industry-specific codes and guidelines.
  • General knowledge of general construction processes, practices and work sites.
  • Experience with construction projects, mechanical/electrical systems, building materials, building mechanics or working with craft workers.
  • Ability to read and understand technical specifications, blueprints, technical manuals, product/material installation instructions and engineering/architectural drawings.
  • Proficiency in scheduling including related scheduling software.

Basic qualifications for Entry-Level Engineer candidates include:
  • Bachelor of Science in an Engineering discipline, Engineering Technology or Construction Management, Construction Technology.
  • Knowledge of engineering principles.
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

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