Oregon Health & Science University · 3 days ago
Research Assistant 2
Beaverton, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$18/hr - $28/hr
3+ years expOregon Health & Science University is committed to improving human health through research programs. The Research Assistant 2 will support ongoing projects in the Infectious Disease Resource laboratory, performing hands-on procedures with non-human primates and assisting with laboratory tasks such as sample collection and data entry.
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Responsibilities
Preparation and collection of blood, urine, feces, hair, lymph node, bone marrow, mucosal swabs, and other samples within the scope of infectious disease research
Shipping and handling of animal tissues to various support laboratories
Administration of anti-retroviral therapy, antibody therapy, drugs, and sedatives to non-human primates
Assist with surgeries of non-human primates, (including scheduling, anesthesia monitoring, recovery, aseptic technique, and administration of drugs), and assistance with necropsies
Assisting with specialized projects including, but not limited to stem cell transplants, gastrointestinal parasite free animals, and ABSL3 work
Facilitate social environmental enrichment of and clinical support for non-human primates
Prepare various reports containing descriptive and analytical data, evaluate data that may be submitted for clinical evaluations, SOPs, publications or contribution to grant application(s), progress reports, etc
Maintain accurate records of data obtained during research
Analyze and summarize data from ongoing projects and SPF breeding colonies
Schedule procedures, communicate changes, review for compliance, and update documentation
Order reagents, supplies, and equipment
Make reagent solutions; routine equipment maintenance, cleaning, and preparation for procedures
Perform laboratory assays such as chemistry panels, complete blood cell counts (CBCs), PBMC isolation, etc
Participate in meetings, facilitate communications, and support teammates within group and associated collaborators
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree with major courses in field of research such as biological science field; OR
Associate's AND 3 years of relevant experience; OR
4 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
6 months relevant work experience in Microsoft Excel, Word
Demonstrated independence and competence to perform data management and analysis of research finding, including use of spreadsheets, graphics and statistical programs
Ability to interact in a positive and productive manner, and to work 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
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Biology, Zoology, Animal sciences, Immunology, Pathology or similar
Demonstrated experience supporting in vivo research with laboratory animals, especially nonhuman primates; molecular/cellular biology, animal physiology or endocrinology, and one-year laboratory work experience performing technical procedures covered by the USDA and/or OLAW
Experience maintaining inventories of laboratory supplies and equipment
Experience working with non-human primates, conducting sedation, phlebotomy, aseptic technique, injections, sample collections (BAL, feces, urine) and/or necropsies
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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Late StageTotal Funding
$36.6MKey Investors
U.S. Small Business AdministrationNational Institute of Allergy and Infectious DiseasesHyundai Hope On Wheels
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2022-11-21Grant· $4.7M
2022-09-27Grant· $0.3M
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Tarek Salaway
Chief Executive Officer, OHSU Health
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Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
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