Oregon Health & Science University · 16 hours ago
Assistant Staff Scientist
Portland, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$68K/yr - $113K/yr
3+ years expOregon Health & Science University is an international leader in research and cancer treatment, particularly through its Cancer Early Detection Advanced Research (CEDAR) center. The Assistant Staff Scientist will develop innovative cancer diagnostic tests utilizing microfluidic and microarray technology, focusing on the separation and analysis of cancer-derived nanoparticles from plasma samples.
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Responsibilities
Development of biological particle separation techniques using dielectrophoresis technology – using microelectrode array chips to recover cancer-derived nanoparticles from circulation
System automation – continuing development and finalization of an automated system to conduct the dielectrophoresis work
Cancer biomarker panel development – evaluate the nanoparticle associated biomarkers that are collected for their ability to detect pancreatic cancer from plasma samples
Qualification
Required
MD, MD/PhD or a degree equivalent to a MD (such as DO, MBBS, MBChB) in a relevant field and 3+ years of relevant post-doctoral work experience
Specialty: Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Biology
Excellent communication, analytical and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team while being collaborative in resolving problems
Passion for science and inquiry
Ability to synthesize one's own results and others to formulate hypotheses
Ability to use tact and diplomacy to maintain effective working relationships
Must possess energy and drive to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
Preferred
Ability to synthesize scientific projects and communicate science to diverse audiences
Oncology experience
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision coverage at no or low cost to employees
Several retirement plans to choose from with contributions from OHSU
Up to 208 hours (equal to 25 full days) a year of paid time off
Commuter subsidies
Tuition reimbursement
Access to group life insurance, disability insurance and other supplemental benefits
Annual Raises
Growth/Development Opportunities
Employee discounts to local and major businesses
Company
Oregon Health & Science University
OHSU is a health and research university provides patient care, research, education of the next generation of health care.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$36.6MKey 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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