Research Assistant 2

Full Time
Portland, OR 97239
Posted
Job description
Function/Duties of Position:
As a Research Assistant 2, this individual is responsible for contributing to ongoing research projects in the Center for Embryonic Cell and Gene Therapy (CECGT). The CECGT reports to the Chief Research Officer and is a critical scientific center at OHSU; thus, all employees are expected to communicate with high-level internal and external personnel and must operate with great accuracy and efficiency.

Research responsibilities include:
  • conducting studies related to biology of human preimplantation embryos and embryonic stem cells as well as in mouse and nonhuman primate models.
  • Research includes in vivo and in vitro experiments, participation in ongoing molecular biology and developmental studies related to genetic, epigenetic and transcriptomic analyses of human, primate and mouse gametes, embryos and pluripotent stem cells;
  • assisting in embryo and stem cell culture, cellular and molecular assays;
  • and participating in the on-call lab schedule rotation (intermittent evening, weekend, and holiday coverage).
  • The RA2 assists with purchasing of equipment and supplies and communicating with scientific and support staff.
  • This position also contributes to written reports, abstracts, project proposals, grants and presentations.
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s Degree with major courses in field of research, OR
  • Associate’s Degree and 3 years of relevant work experience
  • Knowledge of principles of genetics and developmental biology
  • Previous work with scientists in an academic environment
  • Appreciating and cultivating a diverse study population
  • Self-starter with excellent eye to detail and organization skills
Preferred Qualifications:
  • 2 years of relevant research experience, with demonstrated research or clinical experience in molecular biology, cell biology and genetics with laboratory experience.
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.

As an organization devoted to the health and well-being of people in Oregon and beyond, OHSU requires its employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

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