OSU Seed Laboratory

OSU Seed Laboratory We are a full-service seed testing laboratory at Oregon State University since 1909.

Accredited by the International Seed Testing Association, Member of the Association of Official Seed Analysts, Recognized by Canada Food Inspection Agency.

The OSU Seed Lab is hiring a Sample Coordinator for the upcoming harvest season! The Lab is a unique place to work - If ...
04/25/2025

The OSU Seed Lab is hiring a Sample Coordinator for the upcoming harvest season! The Lab is a unique place to work - If you or someone you know might be interested in doing focused detailed work, please check out this position:

Bio Science Tech 2 (Sample Coordinator) - Purity Unit
This in-person position is responsible for the coordination of seed samples during various steps in the testing process such as the division of samples, weighing components, storage and etc. Employees in this position will use mechanical dividers, balances and occasionally work with treated/coated seed. This position requires close attention to detail and the ability to maintain focus in a busy work environment. Employees in this position will interpret and follow Lab procedures and seed testing rules and procedures.
This position is to function as part of a team designated to train new student, temporary and classified employees. This position is full-time. Work hours are typically Mon-Fri, 7:30am-4pm.

The OSU Seed Lab has several employment opportunities that become available throughout the year, including full-time, part-time, temporary and student positions. The Lab employs approximately 25 permanent analysts and staff, and during our busy season we hire between 15-30 additional staff. Please c...

The OSU Seed Lab is hiring Temporary Seed Analysts for the upcoming harvest season! The Lab is a unique place to work - ...
04/25/2025

The OSU Seed Lab is hiring Temporary Seed Analysts for the upcoming harvest season! The Lab is a unique place to work - If you or someone you know might be interested in doing focused detailed work, please check out this position:

Temporary Seed Analyst Entry - Purity Unit
This in-person position provides assistance to the Purity Unity during peak sample season (July to December). Employees in this position will prepare samples for senior analysts by separating contaminants from pure seed, as well as occasionally using a mechanical microthresher. This position also performs purity separation on seeds in preparation for germination and special testing exams. This position is to function as part of a team. This position will start out training part-time hours and will transition to full-time hours depending on sample numbers. Work hours are typically Mon-Fri, 7:30am-4pm.

The OSU Seed Lab has several employment opportunities that become available throughout the year, including full-time, part-time, temporary and student positions. The Lab employs approximately 25 permanent analysts and staff, and during our busy season we hire between 15-30 additional staff. Please c...

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04/22/2025

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This in-person position is responsible for the coordination of seed samples during various steps in the testing process such as the division of samples, weighing components, storage and etc. 

Seedlings waiting to be counted. 🌱
02/27/2025

Seedlings waiting to be counted. 🌱

The OSU Seed Lab is having a Seed Quality Management Workshop on March 10-11. Space is limited, so make sure to sign up ...
02/21/2025

The OSU Seed Lab is having a Seed Quality Management Workshop on March 10-11. Space is limited, so make sure to sign up asap! Subject matter experts will speak about quality, yield, weeds, soil health, certification, conditioning, sampling, seed testing, variability, storage. Lunch is provided both days. Hope to see you there!

OSU Seed Lab featured in this video on Dividing from AOSA
05/07/2024

OSU Seed Lab featured in this video on Dividing from AOSA

Join the Association of Official Seed Analysts (AOSA) and the Society of Commercial Seed Technologists (SCST) to learn more about our members' role in ensuri...

OSU Seed Lab featured in this video on Germination from AOSA
05/07/2024

OSU Seed Lab featured in this video on Germination from AOSA

Join the Association of Official Seed Analysts (AOSA) and the Society of Commercial Seed Technologists (SCST) to learn more about our members' role in ensuri...

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Corvallis, OR
97331

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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+15417374464

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