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Oregon Health & Science University is hiring a Research Assistant 2 to support human electrophysiology experiments and data analysis in the Department of Neurological Surgery. The role involves collecting data, consenting patients, assisting with IRB and compliance activities, conducting statistical analysis, and contributing to manuscript preparation under the direction of laboratory staff.

Highlights

Collect electrophysiology datasets and assist in experiment development.
Provide documentation, reports, and analysis for manuscripts, lab protocols, and grants.
Perform statistical analysis using MATLAB or Python.
Assist in manuscript writing and present progress in lab meetings.
Collect clinical data for research experiments involving patient interactions.
Proficiency in Excel and strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills required.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field required; science-focused degree preferred.
Experience with clinical/medical writing and in-person patient interactions preferred.
Work schedule largely Monday to Friday with variable hours, including occasional weekends or holidays.
Position is temporary full-time with salary range $39,333 - $59,010 annually depending on qualifications and experience.

Research Assistant 2 Full Description

Department Overview:

The Department of Neurological Surgery in the OHSU School of Medicine is a safe, respectful and welcoming place for people of all races, cultures, ethnicities, genders, national origins, abilities, ages, colors, religions, and sexual orientations. We are committed to learning, promoting inclusion, and working to abolish inequities in our workplace here at OHSU, in our region, in our nation, and in our world. The Department of Neurological Surgery promotes an equitable work environment with a strong commitment to diversity. All department members will actively participate in training and events that reinforce and expand on this commitment.

The Raslan Lab at Oregon Health & Science University is recruiting for a Research Assistant II position to assist with human electrophysiology experiments and data analysis. Comfort with in-person interactions with patients is necessary. Familiarity with the electronic medical record and proficiency with basic computer applications such as Excel and Powerpoint is desirable. Ability to program in Matlab and/or Python or willingness to learn would be beneficial. Primary duties will include data collection, consenting of patients, assistance with IRB and compliance activities, data analysis under the direction of laboratory staff, and assistance with manuscript preparation. Work will be conducted under the direction of Dr. Ahmed Raslan (PI) as part of the Department of Neurological Surgery at OHSU. Function/Duties of Position:

Collection of electrophysiology datasets and assistance in development of experiments.
Provide documentation and reports of analysis for preparation of manuscripts, lab protocols, and grants.
Statistical analysis of electrophysiology datasets using MATLAB/Python.
Contribute to manuscript writing.
Participate in lab meetings and give work-in-progress presentations as needed.
Collection of clinical data for clinical research experiments.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's in relevant field OR
Associate's AND
3 years of relevant experience OR
4 years of relevant experience OR
Equivalent combination of training and experienc
Proficient in the use of Excel.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to plan, document, analyze and report data; highly motivated and organized, proven capability of time management skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a variety of diverse staff, co-workers, investigators.
Independence and ability to prioritize work demands and to coordinate and document research findings with other staff.
Organizational skills and careful attention to details to satisfactorily perform job duties.
High level of self-motivation and integrity.

Preferred Qualifications:

BS/BA in science-focused degree
Experience working in person with patients
Experience with clinical/medical writing
Must be able to work independently, to problem solve, to produce clear documentation of work, to produce graphical summaries of data, to contribute to the writing of manuscripts, and grant applications.

Additional Details:
Largely Monday - Friday 8 hours/day, not including lunch or break; however, some weekend/holiday work and longer work days should be expected. Specific hours of work on each day should be expected to be variable as needed to collect data from patients, complete the research, and meet deadlines.
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.

Original Job Description

Department Overview:

Collection of electrophysiology datasets and assistance in development of experiments.
Provide documentation and reports of analysis for preparation of manuscripts, lab protocols, and grants.
Statistical analysis of electrophysiology datasets using MATLAB/Python.
Contribute to manuscript writing.
Participate in lab meetings and give work-in-progress presentations as needed.
Collection of clinical data for clinical research experiments.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's in relevant field OR
Associate's AND
3 years of relevant experience OR
4 years of relevant experience OR
Equivalent combination of training and experienc
Proficient in the use of Excel.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to plan, document, analyze and report data; highly motivated and organized, proven capability of time management skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a variety of diverse staff, co-workers, investigators.
Independence and ability to prioritize work demands and to coordinate and document research findings with other staff.
Organizational skills and careful attention to details to satisfactorily perform job duties.
High level of self-motivation and integrity.

Preferred Qualifications:

BS/BA in science-focused degree
Experience working in person with patients
Experience with clinical/medical writing
Must be able to work independently, to problem solve, to produce clear documentation of work, to produce graphical summaries of data, to contribute to the writing of manuscripts, and grant applications.

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