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Oregon Health & Science University

Research Assistant 2

🇺🇸 Portland, OR

🕑 Part-Time

💰 $19 - $28 per Hour

💻 Other

🗓️ August 15th, 2025

Python

Edtech.com's Summary

Oregon Health & Science University is hiring a Research Assistant 2 to conduct computational research on cellular morphodynamical behavior using live-cell imaging data. The role involves applying and revising existing analysis pipelines, coordinating with collaborators, reviewing scientific literature, and contributing to publications and presentations.

Highlights
  • Conduct computational research on cell behavior and troubleshoot code as necessary.
  • Coordinate data transfer and collaboration with project partners.
  • Review and analyze current literature to stay informed about advancements in the field.
  • Assist in writing scientific publications and present project data and results.
  • Require coding experience in multiple environments with strong Python skills.
  • Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience with coursework in math, physics, and biology.
  • Preferred experience includes computational modeling and image analysis.
  • Part-time position of 10 hours per week with availability for 2-hour meetings during regular business hours.
  • Salary range from $18.91 to $28.37 per hour.
  • Position is within the Biomedical Engineering department at Oregon Health & Science University.

Research Assistant 2 Full Description

Department Overview: 
This position is for a researcher to work on a computational cell biology project. Pipelines to analyze cellular morphodynamical behavior observed in live-cell imaging were developed by a prior researchers in the group.  The RA2 will apply those pipelines to new data and make revisions to the existing code to accommodate additional imaging data.  This is a part-time position, 10 hours per week.

Function/Duties of Position: 
  • Conduct computational research on cell behavior. Must troubleshoot results and amend code as needed.
  • Coordinates work with collaborators – e.g. data transfer when needed.
  • Reviews and analyzes literature related to the project, stays up to date with developments in the field of the project.
  • Assists in writing scientific publications that report project data and results.
  • Presents data and results related to the project.
 
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 experience
  • Coding experience in multiple environments, coursework in math, physics, and biology.
  • Strong quantitative skills, Python coding expertise.
 Preferred Qualifications: 
  • Experience with computational modeling, image analysis.
 
Additional Details:
As a part time position, the work schedule will be arranged with the supervisor, but the RA2 must be available for 2 hours of meetings during 9am-5pm as specified by the supervisor.

 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.