Oregon Health & Science University · 3 days ago
Sr. Research Assistant
Beaverton, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
1+ years expOregon Health & Science University is committed to improving human health through nonhuman primate research programs. The Sr. Research Assistant will oversee lab projects, manage research staff, and ensure compliance with research protocols involving the immune system and infectious diseases.
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Responsibilities
Assist with specialized projects and procedures including but not limited to coordination with multiple research groups to help ensure that the thousands of procedures expected each year are appropriately organized and scheduled in ways that allow for them to be successfully performed by IDR and associated collaborating groups
Coordinate and execute specialized projects and procedures in ABSL2+ and ABSL3 level work with non-human primates
Maintain and execute protocols for gastrointestinal pathogen free and MRSA free colonies
Perform antibody infusions, drug infusion, hematology, cell transfers in non-human primates
May provide training and oversight of staff for projects and procedures
Develop written reports, laboratory practices/guidelines, and regulatory documentation as appropriate
Assists with acquiring computerized tomography images in non-human primates
Provide detailed observation and communication to veterinarians/PIs for obese, highly immunosuppressed, geriatric, and infant macaques
Possess general knowledge of research practices, and assists others the methodology and laboratory practices
Administration of therapies and medications (oral, IV, IM, or SQ)
May perform floubeam, flow cytometry, cell separation and proliferation, and additional benchwork duties as assigned
Maintain working knowledge of regulations set forth by the USDA, OLAW, AAALAC, and other agency guidelines that govern research in non-human primates and ensure regulatory compliance
Perform a variety of laboratory maintenance including, but not limited to machine maintenance, cleaning instruments, running assays and processing samples, and maintaining an organized work space
Assist with and perform biopsies (LN, BM) and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL) on non-human primates
Coordinate scheduling and drug administration for various projects
Perform Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) administration
Collection and preparation of blood samples, shipping and handling of animal tissues to various support laboratories
Collection, data entry, and statistical analysis of data and reporting of research findings in written and oral formats
Managing production, supplies, and coordination with research units
Training and supervising of research assistants
Order reagents, supplies and equipment
Make reagent solutions; routine equipment maintenance
Maintain accurate animal health records
Participate in meetings, facilitate communications, and support teammates within group and associated collaborators
Prepare reports containing descriptive and analytical data, evaluate data that may be submitted for publication or contribution to grant application(s), progress reports, etc
Analyze and summarize data from ongoing projects and SPF breeding colonies
Present research findings to fellow laboratory staff and researchers in the Division of Pathobiology
Perform various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's in relevant field AND 1 years of relevant experience OR Equivalent combination of training and experience
Ability to communicate effectively including use and meaning of scientific terminology, in both written and oral formats
Ability to work both independently and in a small group setting
Working knowledge (6 months relevant work experience) of Microsoft Excel, Word
Demonstrated independence and competence to perform data management and analysis of research finding, including use of spreadsheets, graphics and statistical programs
Efficiently and skillfully with a variety of diverse staff
Ability to prioritize work demands, and coordinate research protocols with other staff
Organizational skills and careful attention to details to satisfactorily perform job duties requiring procedural steps to be consistent and completed fully and timely
Detailed record keeping, cataloging of samples, data entry and statistical analysis, laboratory maintenance, autoclaving and use of sterile techniques
Ability to interact in a positive and productive manner, and to work
Has a minimum of 1 year of laboratory experience in molecular/cellular biology, animal, and/or invivo research
2 years laboratory work experience performing immunoassays and cell separation techniques
Experience in managing labs or research units, training and supervising of students and RA's
Experience assisting with necropsy in non-human primates
Experience administering drugs and medication to non-human primates
Must be able to lift and move equipment/items/animals weighing up to 50 lbs
Work in a biosafety hood for long periods
Physical dexterity to work in areas that may have slippery conditions and ability to manipulate existing animal housing
Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time (4+hours/day)
Ability to kneel/lift/reach for short periods of time
Preferred
Bachelor degree in Biology, Zoology, Animal sciences, immunology or pathology
Preferred current Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) license
Preferred current Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) license
Company
Oregon Health & Science University
OHSU is a health and research university provides patient care, research, education of the next generation of health care.
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Funding
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$36.6MKey Investors
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Tarek Salaway
Chief Executive Officer, OHSU Health
Lawrence Furnstahl
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
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