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Excelling in Wine Science requires a solid background in chemistry, biology, and viticulture, often supported by a degree in enology or a related field. Familiarity with laboratory analysis tools, fermentation monitoring systems, and knowledge of industry standards and certifications such as WSET or equivalent are advantageous. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help professionals collaborate with vineyard teams and stakeholders. Mastering these competencies ensures high-quality wine production, adherence to regulatory standards, and successful innovation in winemaking techniques.

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Student Technical Assistant - Osborne Lab/Winery

Oregonstate

Corvallis, OR • On-site

$38K - $45K/yr

Part-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Department:Food Science & TechnologySpecial Instructions to Applicants:

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:


  • A Resume
  • A Cover Letter

For additional information please contact: James Osborne at james.osborne@oregonstate.edu


We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Note:All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval

Job Description:

This recruitment will be used to fill 1 part-time (maximum of 20 hours per week) Student Technical Assistant position for the Department of Food Science and Technology at Oregon State University (OSU). Performs routine to complex technical or specialized tasks in support of the OSU enology program including work in the Osborne research lab and OSU Research and Teaching Winery.

Position Duties:

Position duties to be determined by the hiring unit, but may include routine laboratory work, data gathering and analysis, writing research reports, and other duties as assigned.

  • Winery operations, such as grape processing, fermentation management, filtering and bottling

  • Routine juice and wine analysis

  • Collect and collate data

Transferable Skill Development

OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies 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:

Communication, Critical Thinking, Technology

Qualifications:

Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here:https://hr.oregonstate.edu/student-employment-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements

  • Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community 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 theOffice of International Services(OIS) and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.

Required Qualifications:

  • Enrolled in a Viticulture or Enology program

  • The candidate must be able to communicate effectively in both written and oral English

Additional Required Qualifications:

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Prior laboratory and viticulture or winemaking experience

  • Demonstratable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity

Working Conditions/Schedule:May include evening and weekend hours.
May include work outdoors in all types of weather.
May require walking, standing, bending and stooping for extended periods.
May require working with or around chemicals, caustic compounds, or hazardous materials used in research.Salary Range:Anticipated Start Date:2026-09-01Anticipated End Date:

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