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Oregon Health & Science University is hiring a Senior Research Assistant -OR- Research Assistant 2. This position involves working extensively with patient-derived xenograft models of pediatric solid cancers, performing RNA/DNA sequencing, qPCR, and Western blotting. Additional responsibilities include designing and implementing experiments, maintaining laboratory spaces, and assisting in collaborative projects.

Highlights

Main responsibilities include working with PDX models, RNA/DNA sequencing, and immunohistochemical assay analysis.
Required skills: tissue culture, computer proficiency, and laboratory recordkeeping.
Essential qualifications: Bachelor's in relevant field and tissue culture experience.
Preferred skills: animal handling and protein biochemistry.
Work includes exposure to various laboratory hazards.

Senior Research Assistant -OR- Research Assistant 2 Full Description

Department Overview:

The Department of Pediatric is recruiting for a Senior Research Assistant OR Research Assistant 2. Function/Duties of Position:

This is a research position involving extensive work with patient-derived xenograft (PDX) models of pediatric solid cancers in immune-compromised laboratory mice, culturing and drug testing of PDX-derived cells; characterization of PDX tumors and cells by RNA/DNA sequencing, perform qPCR and Western blotting; analyze immunohistochemical assays including generation of publication quality imaging and quantification; help plan and implement collaborative projects with partner labs, including teaching relevant techniques; maintain lab spaces and assist with ordering and stocking lab; design and implement experiments with certain level of independency; responsible for writing and editing of manuscripts, laboratory protocols, such as IACUC, IBC; maintain proper laboratory records per institutional requirement. Attend weekly lab meetings and present your research upon request.

Work involves possible exposure to malodorous vapors, low dose radiation, contamination by toxic chemicals and acids, presence of carcinogenic substances and human and animal tissues and fluids, including whole animals. Required Qualifications:

Senior Research Assistant:

Bachelor's in relevant field AND 1 years of relevant experience OR Equivalent combination of training and experience.
Tissue culture experience.
The successful candidate will work in a lab setting and must have good communication skills, excellent recordkeeping and computer skills; and possess the ability to work independently while functioning within a team environment. Location of employment is in molecular biology research lab.

Research Assistant 2:

Bachelor's in relevant field ORAssociate's AND 3 years of relevant experience OR 4 years of relevant experience OR Equivalent combination of training and experience.
Tissue culture experience.
The successful candidate will work in a lab setting and must have good communication skills, excellent recordkeeping and computer skills; and possess the ability to work independently while functioning within a team environment. Location of employment is in molecular biology research lab.

Preferred Qualifications:

Animal handling, protein biochemistry.
Computer skills.

Additional Details:
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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:

The Department of Pediatric is recruiting for a Senior Research Assistant OR Research Assistant 2. Function/Duties of Position:

Senior Research Assistant:

Bachelor's in relevant field AND 1 years of relevant experience OR Equivalent combination of training and experience.
Tissue culture experience.
The successful candidate will work in a lab setting and must have good communication skills, excellent recordkeeping and computer skills; and possess the ability to work independently while functioning within a team environment. Location of employment is in molecular biology research lab.

Research Assistant 2:

Bachelor's in relevant field ORAssociate's AND 3 years of relevant experience OR 4 years of relevant experience OR Equivalent combination of training and experience.
Tissue culture experience.
The successful candidate will work in a lab setting and must have good communication skills, excellent recordkeeping and computer skills; and possess the ability to work independently while functioning within a team environment. Location of employment is in molecular biology research lab.

Preferred Qualifications:

Animal handling, protein biochemistry.
Computer skills.

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