Laboratory and Field Technician (Biological Science Assistant)

Initial Posting Date: 06/16/2026 Application Deadline: 06/28/2026 Agency: Department of Fish and Wildlife Salary Range: $3,515 - $4,124 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Laboratory and Field Technician (Biological Science Assistant) Location: Corvallis, Oregon Seasonal position with the anticipated duration as soon as July 20, 2026 – January 29, 2027. (Estimated dates; length may vary.) Contact: View email address on click.appcast.io Responsibilities Collect fish tissues for fish health examination from fish held at hatcheries on the Willamette River system and lower Columbia River Process samples and conduct microbiological tests at the Corvallis Fish Pathology Laboratory Enter and summarize the data Assist with sampling wild brood fish in various parts of Oregon Utilize precise technical skills to accurately measure small amounts of tissues and liquids Write reports Communicate information collected from the projects to hatchery and other ODFW personnel Qualifications Experience working in a scientific laboratory setting Experience collecting and handling biological samples Demonstrated organizational skills Demonstrated proficiency in technical, detail-oriented tasks Experience collecting, recording and maintaining data Currently pursuing or holding a Fisheries, Wildlife, or related biological/ecological sciences degree Benefits 11 paid holidays a year and a competitive benefits package Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr