Research Assistant 2 at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, Oregon

Job Description:

Oregon Health & Science University

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.


Research Assistant 2

US-OR-Portland

Job ID: 2024-29570
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Research
Portland, OR (Marquam Hill)

Overview

• Assist in supporting the daily function of the lab, including the purchase of laboratory supplies, monitoring supplies and maintaining all laboratory equipment, under the supervision of the PI.
• Provide Core Services including sample prep, imaging, data analysis and data distribution.
• Prioritize and identify daily work activities to achieve objectives of the lab.
• Maintain detailed records and standardized protocols for training, and of experimental procedures, data collection and analysis methods.
• Use computer software to input, manage and distribute data for future analysis.
• Maintain an accurate and detailed laboratory notebook of all experiments performed. Participate in lab meeting.
• Generate data and research analysis for investigator's use in preparation of technical reports and publications.
• Maintain laboratory compliance documentation for human, animal, biological and radiological work.
• Be familiar with lab safety infrastructure and ensure compliance with all safety regulations.
• Interact with biosafety, chemical safety, and safety officers on behalf of the Principal Investigator.

Responsibilities

• Bachelor's in relevant field OR
• Associate's AND 3 years of relevant experience OR
• 4 years of relevant experience OR
• Equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Demonstrated success in prioritizing, organizing and handling multiple tasks and deadlines.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated success working independently and as a member of a collaborative team.
• Ability to communicate effectively, in both written and oral formats.
• Working knowledge of office computer applications, such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• High level of self-motivation, scientific curiosity and research integrity.

Qualifications

• High level of self-motivation, scientific curiosity and research integrity.
• Wet lab experience either as a prior research assistant or through lab based courses in college.

• Molecular biology.

• Protein expression and purification (especially membrane proteins).

• Programming/using Unix.

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