Department OverviewThe is located 12 miles west of the OHSU main campus, and sits on 162 acres of land featuring forested areas, research and administration buildings, indoor and outdoor animal housing, and 2-mile perimeter walking path. Our mission is to improve human health and the quality of life through the support of nonhuman primate research programs that advance our knowledge of the causes, preventions, treatments, and cures of debilitating diseases.Function/Duties of PositionSupport ongoing research at ONPRC on contraception, endometriosis and the role of steroid hormones in regulating the reproductive tract. Duties include supervised sample handling, histology, immunocytochemistry, molecular biological and biochemical techniques. Supervised in vivo nonhuman primate animal and laboratory rodent studies. Work will involve immunodeficient mice, nonhuman primates and other laboratory models. Laboratory duties include ordering and stocking of supplies, data reporting and maintenance of data archives. This position will also contribute to and participate in research activities that include: daily checks of animal health and physical condition, monitoring daily hormone values, conducting experiments according to standard laboratory protocols and procedures, overseeing the administration of medications and treatments and assisting with animal/surgical procedures. Work involves the processing of biological samples that may be infected with various pathogenic agents, including human and simian viruses.Key Responsibilities & Performance Standards: * Research: Manage and coordinate animal use, as well participate in sample acquisition. Perform necessary molecular and cellular experimentation
Laboratory Management: Help maintain supplies and laboratory equipment. Perform routine maintenance tasks.
Data Analysis/Record Keeping: Maintain complete records of protocols and experiments. Perform data entry as well as statistical and graphical analyses of the results.
Report Preparation: Prepare graphs, tables, and methods sections for use in publications and grant submissions
Required QualificationsEducation:
Bachelor's in any field OR
Associate's AND 2 years of relevant experience OR
3 years of relevant experience OR Equivalent combination of training and experience
Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies):
Must be able to efficiently plan, prioritize, and execute daily work
Must be able to work both independently and as part of a research team
Ability to interact in a positive and productive manner
Must possess manual dexterity and fine motor skills to perform research techniques
Ability to communicate effectively in written, email, and oral formats
Organization skills and careful attention to detail to satisfactorily perform job duties are also required
Preferred QualificationsEducation:
Biology degree with an animal science, physiology, molecular, and/or cellular biology emphasis
Experience:
One year of relevant research experience in molecular/cellular biology, physiology, or endocrinology research
Research projects conducted as part of the graduation requirements may be counted toward relevant research experience
Research experience using animal models
Experience with surgical and cell culture models, or in molecular and cellular biology techniques
Additional DetailsWORKING CONDITIONS:
Work schedule is 5 days a week, starting at 8:00 am and ending at 5:00 pm with some weekend days to accommodate any ongoing/time sensitive experiments
In addition to the 8 hour work day, early morning and late night hours are needed at times
Work is to be performed in a laboratory setting, with potential risk of exposure to infectious agents, chemicals, dry ice, and liquid nitrogen
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & EQUIPMENT USAGE:
Able to lift and/or move equipment/supplies weighing up to 30 pounds
Ability to stand for 3 continuous hours per day
All are welcomeOregon 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.
