Oregon Health & Science University · 17 hours ago
Research Assistant 1
Portland, OR
Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
3+ years expOregon Health & Science University is seeking a Research Assistant I for Dr. Karen Tonsfeldt's lab in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. This role involves supporting studies on neuroendocrine control of reproduction through mouse model management and various laboratory tasks.
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Responsibilities
Assist with routine laboratory practices such as solution making, animal (rodent) handling and care, immunohistochemistry, and molecular biology
Must demonstrate laboratory animal practice consistent with approved protocols and regulations provided by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee
Must be able to keep detailed, meaningful records of performed tasks especially as it related to animal care and use
Prepare and maintain research protocols (animal, IBC, chemical safety, etc) and assist with data management, related to manuscript and grant formatting, and submission
Must be able to keep detailed, meaningful records of experimental protocols with excellent organizational skills
Order supplies and be responsible for maintaining lab inventory and general lab maintenance such as interaction with vendors when equipment repair is needed
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
Prior laboratory experience with basic skills including using pipettes, balance meter, and making solutions/dilutions
Excellent computer & organizational skills
Critical thinking skills and ability to follow instructions
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Biology, Zoology, Animal sciences, Neuroscience, or similar
Demonstrated experience supporting in vivo research with laboratory animals, molecular/cellular biology, animal physiology or endocrinology
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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Chief Executive Officer, OHSU Health
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Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
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