Senior Research Associate 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.


Senior Research Associate

US-OR-Portland

Job ID: 2024-29710
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Research
Portland, OR (Waterfront)

Overview

CEDAR funds its own research projects, expediting the process of discovery. Our research is milestone-driven to ensure that each project is fulfilling its stated goals.

We are currently hiring at the level of Senior Research Associate with expertise in Bioengineering, Bioprinting and Microfabrication to work in the following areas:

• 3D bioprinting – the candidate will work with extrusion printers, DLP printers, single-cell printers to attend the different projects of the Hub.
• Microfluidics – design of microfluidic devices using CAD program, printing with a microfluidics printer or use the CNC for microfabrication, prepare and use of silicon wafers, preparation of PDMS and plasma bonding the devices
• Hydrogel Synthesis – candidate will synthesize gelatin methacryloyl, methacrylated bone hydrogel, and other hydrogels.

Applicants without a demonstrated track record of professional research outputs post-doctorate degree will be considered at the Research Associate level.

Select references:

• Franca CM, Athirasala A, Subbiah R, Tahayeri A, Selvakumar P, Mansoorifar A, Horsophonphong S, Sercia A, Nih L, Bertassoni LE. High-Throughput Bioprinting of Geometrically-Controlled Pre-Vascularized Injectable Microgels for Accelerated Tissue Regeneration. Adv Healthc Mater. 2023 Sep;12(22):e2202840. doi: 10.1002/adhm.202202840.
• Subbiah R, Hipfinger C, Tahayeri A, Athirasala A, Horsophonphong S, Thrivikraman G, França CM, Cunha DA, Mansoorifar A, Zahariev A, Jones JM, Coelho PG, Witek L, Xie H, Guldberg RE, Bertassoni LE. 3D Printing of Microgel-Loaded Modular Microcages as Instructive Scaffolds for Tissue Engineering. Adv Mater. 2020 Sep;32(36):e2001736. doi: 10.1002/adma.202001736.
• da Costa Sousa MG, de Souza Balbinot G, Subbiah R, Visalakshan RM, Tahayeri A, Verde MEL, Athirasala A, Romanowicz G, Guldberg RE, Bertassoni LE. In vitro development and optimization of cell-laden injectable bioprinted gelatin methacryloyl (GelMA) microgels mineralized on the nanoscale. Biomater Adv. 2024 May;159:213805. doi: 10.1016/j.bioadv.2024.213805.
• Helms HR, Oyama KA, Ware JP, Ibsen SD, Bertassoni LE. Multiplex Single-Cell Bioprinting for Engineering of Heterogeneous Tissue Constructs with Subcellular Spatial Resolution. bioRxiv [Preprint]. 2024 Feb 11:2024.02.01.578499. doi: 10.1101/2024.02.01.578499.

Responsibilities

• PhD in relevant field and 1 year of relevant experience OR Masters degree in relevant field and 5 years of relevant experience OR Bachelor’s degree in relevant field and 9 years of relevant experience
• Laboratory experience with tissue engineering, biomineralization, cell culture and hydrogels
• Techniques required include stem cell culture, hydrogel synthesis, mechanical testing, electron and fluorescence microscopy, biomineralization, immunohistochemistry
• Understanding of basic chemical principles and laboratory research. Willingness to learn new techniques and procedures.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, organizational skills, and time
• Ability to analyze short- and long-term project needs

Qualifications

• 2 or more years in a research position, including at least 1 year of supervisory and project management experience
• Previous experience in 3D printing and microfluidics

PI240194691

Apply Now