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Oregon Health & Science University · 2 hours ago

Research Assistant 2

Portland, OR

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Oregon Health & Science University is seeking a Research Assistant 2 to join a vibrant research team under Principal Investigator Dr. Melissa Wong. The role involves participating in research projects related to tumor behavior and stem cell investigations, including various technical approaches and data analysis.

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Responsibilities

Work on research experiments relating to the Cell Fusion project or Stem Cell investigations as assigned by Dr. Melissa Wong. These studies will include a variety of technical approaches including: cell culture, live-cell imaging, FACS and characterization of cell phenotypes, as well as murine intestinal stem cell analyses in tissue or cell culture

Sample collection and processing. Interaction with clinical staff to facilitate identification and collection of samples. Possible consenting of patients onto IRB approved protocol

Perform data analyses and entry and maintain data files on research projects utilizing various platforms (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, RedCap, caTissue, ClinPortal, and others)

Mouse husbandry and experimentation

Immunohistochemical analyses, cell culture

General Lab maintenance, including preparation of buffers and stocks, cleaning and organizing dishware, and racking and autoclaving tips/tubes

Qualification

Cell cultureData analysisLive-cell imagingFACSMicrosoft ExcelAnimal experienceCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelors Degree (4 yr) with major courses in field of research/No Experience. OR

AA (2 yr) and 3 years of relevant experience

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks at one time

Must have excellent communication, analytical and organizational skills: both written and verbal

Ability to work independently and as part of a team while being collaborative in resolving problems

Must be proficient with computers running Windows and PC applications e.g. MS Excel, Oracle, Access, Word and PowerPoint)

Must possess energy and drive to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously

Ability to use tact and diplomacy to maintain effective working relationships

Animal experience a plus

Preferred

Bachelor's Degree in Biology

A minimum of 2 years of basic science research experience

Company

Oregon Health & Science University

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OHSU is a health and research university provides patient care, research, education of the next generation of health care.

Founded in 1887

Portland, Oregon, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.ohsu.edu/

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Total Funding

$36.6M

Key Investors

U.S. Small Business AdministrationNational Institute of Allergy and Infectious DiseasesHyundai Hope On Wheels

2024-09-25Grant

2022-11-21Grant· $4.7M

2022-09-27Grant· $0.3M

Leadership Team

Tarek Salaway

Chief Executive Officer, OHSU Health

Lawrence Furnstahl

Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer

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