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Posted:
March 11, 2021
Location:
Portland, Oregon
Salary:
Open
Type:
Full-time
Category:
Research

The primary responsibility is to support the general research activities of the Principal Investigator. The position will receive general supervision, provide primary support for the following functions maintaining animal colonies in collaboration with DCM, preparing and maintaining all animal and research protocols; stereotaxic surgery, microscopy and histology; lab supply ordering; assisting with formatting manuscripts and research grants, assist with manuscript submission; maintaining lab website.

  1. (80%) Assist with routine laboratory maintenance such as solution making and ordering, and routine animal (rodent) training and care, histological preparation and microscopically verification of brain tissue. Assist with experimental procedures such as stereotaxic surgery and behavioral training of rats. Demonstrate careful use of laboratory animals, consistent with approved protocols and regulations provided by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee. Keep detailed, meaningful records of performed tasks especially as it related to animal care and use.
  2. (10%) Prepare and maintain all research protocol (animal, IBC, Chemical safety, etc) and assist with data management, related to manuscript and grant formatting, and submission. Keep detailed, meaningful records of experimental protocols.
  3. (10%) Order supplies and be responsible for maintaining lab inventory and general lab maintenance such as interaction with vendors when equipment repair is needed.

  • Bachelor's Degree with major courses in field of research / No Experience; OR Associate's Degree and 3 years of relevant experience
  • Excellent computer skills
  • Excellent organizational skills and be able to work with documents without omissions or errors
  • Ability to keepe flexible work hours

  • Bachelor's Degree in neuroscience, mathematics, or biology
  • Experience with programming and some basic laboratory equipment such as balance and pH meters
  • Experience with handling rodents

Apply here online. Please be sure to upload a cover letter and Resume or CV.


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.

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  • Bachelor's Degree with major courses in field of research / No Experience; OR Associate's Degree and 3 years of relevant experience
  • Excellent computer skills
  • Excellent organizational skills and be able to work with documents without omissions or errors
  • Ability to keepe flexible work hours

Internal Number: 2021-8590
About Oregon Health and Science University
As the state's only health and research university, OHSU brings together patient care, research, education of the next generation of health care providers and scientists and community service to improve the health and well-being of all Oregonians.The university is a conduit for learning for more than 2,800 students, providing training to interns, residents and fellows in postgraduate medical and research. It is the only place in Oregon that grants doctoral degrees in medicine, dentistry and nursing. OHSU cares for more than 251,000 patients each year from around the region and takes a leadership role in contributing to solutions involving the health of the state and the nation, such as health care access and transparency, ethics and workforce shortage. Beyond providing critical health care services, quality education and cutting-edge research, OHSU also is a key economic and social force in the Northwest. With an annual operating budget of $2.06 billion and more than 14,000 employees, OHSU is Portland?s largest employer. Its size contributes to its ability to provide... many services and community support activities not found anywhere else in Oregon. For more information visit http://www.ohsu.edu/xd/about/index.cfm
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