Postdoctoral Scholar

Oregon Health & Science University • Portland, OR

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cohen lab at Oregon Health & Science University is seeking a creative and ambitious postdoctoral scholar to expand on the lab’s recent discovery of the role of PARPs in immune signaling. The position offers a fully funded opportunity in an interdisciplinary, collaborative, and interactive research environment spanning cell biology, chromatin biology, and imaging of PARPs. The lab supports professional development and has a record of postdoctoral scholars receiving prestigious fellowships and moving into independent academic faculty and biotechnology leadership positions.

The scholar will design and perform experiments, analyze and document data, report and present findings, and contribute to manuscripts and conference presentations. The role may also include guiding and training others and overseeing interns, students, or staff. The position is based at OHSU’s Marquam Campus in Portland, Oregon, in an open laboratory environment. Working hours vary but are mostly Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; occasional after-hours and weekend work is required.

Applicants should submit a CV, a statement of research interest, and contact information for three references.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Cell Biology, Cancer Biology, or a relevant field.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral formats.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a positive and productive manner.
• Proficiency in making laboratory solutions and keeping experimental records.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• High level of self-motivation and integrity.
• Organizational skills and careful attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize work assignments and coordinate use of research equipment and laboratory space with other staff.
• Submit a CV, statement of research interest, and contact information for three references.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using chemical genetic techniques.
• At least one year of relevant research experience in a laboratory setting.
• First-author publications.

Responsibilities

• Design and perform experiments related to cell biology, chromatin biology, and imaging of PARPs.
• Analyze data and maintain accurate, detailed records of experimental procedures, data collection, and analysis.
• Report experimental results and present at laboratory meetings.
• Write manuscripts for publication and present research findings at scientific conferences.
• Maintain professional expertise by staying familiar with current scientific literature.
• Participate in professional development opportunities.
• As needed, provide guidance and training to others in the lab or on the project.
• May oversee the work of interns, students, and other staff.
• Perform other responsibilities assigned by the supervisor in furtherance of the lab’s research and the university’s missions and goals.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage for full-time employees is covered 100%; dependent coverage is 88%.
• $50,000 of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee.
• Two above-market pension plans to choose from.
• 208 hours of paid time off per year, prorated for part-time employees.
• 64 hours per year in an extended illness bank, prorated for part-time employees.
• Nine paid holidays per year.
• Substantial Tri-Met and C-Tran discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Childcare service discounts.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts to local and major businesses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree