Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Research Assistant 2 Job Locations US-OR-Beaverton Requisition ID 2024-29622 Position Category Research Position Type Regular Full-Time Job Type Research Department Oregon National Primate Research Center (ONPRC) Salary Range $39,333 - $59,010 FTE 1.00 HR Mission Research Drug Testable Yes Department Overview

The Oregon National Primate Research Center (ONPRC) is located 12 miles west of the OHSU main campus, and sits on 162 acres of land featuring forested areas, research and administration buildings, indoor and outdoor animal housing, a pond, and 2-mile perimeter walking path. Our mission is to improve human health and the quality of life through the support of nonhuman primate research programs that advance our knowledge of the causes, preventions, treatments, and cures of debilitating diseases.

Function/Duties of Position

The successful candidate will join an established and energetic research group focusing on clinically-relevant strategies for prevention and cure of HIV at the Oregon National Primate Research Center of OHSU. This position will support ongoing pre-clinical studies exploring transplant immunology and HIV virology using the macaque model of human disease. Previous individuals in this role have successfully matriculated into graduate and medical school. Responsibilities include a variety of laboratory procedures such as blood processing, ELISA, and flow cytometry, as well as data entry, statistical analysis of data, and reporting of research findings in written and oral formats. The successful candidate will contribute to general lab support duties, including maintenance of laboratory supplies and equipment, autoclaving, and disposal of waste.

 

Key Responsibilities & Performance Standards

 

1. Technical Research:

Perform a variety of laboratory procedures, including intake and processing of non-human primate samples, flow cytometry, quantitative PCR, and other immunological and virological assaysData acquisition and analysis

2. Report Preparation:

Prepare various reports containing descriptive and analytical dataEvaluate data that may be submitted for publication or contribution to grant application(s), progress reports, etc. 

3. Data Analysis/Records:

Maintain accurate records of data obtained during researchAnalyze and summarize data from ongoing projects Required Qualifications Bachelor's in relevant field ORAssociate's AND 3 years of relevant experience OR4 years of relevant experience OREquivalent combination of training and experience Additional Details

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

Willingness to work with animal samples which may contain pathogens dangerous to humansAble to work flexible hoursWill be assigned responsibility for ensuring important work is scheduled and completed according to scheduleWill be expected to attend necropsy eventsWill be expected to perform a lab chore

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & EQUIPMENT USAGE: 

Ability to carry and lift 10 poundsAbility to stand for 3 continuous hours a dayAbility to work on computer for 5 continuous hours a day. All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.