Research Assistant 2

OHSU • Portland, OR

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About The Position

The Department of Oral Rehabilitation & Biosciences is seeking a Research Assistant 2 with Bachelor's Degree (4 yr) with major courses in field of research OR Associate's (2 yr) and 3 years of relevant experience to begin immediately. The candidate will perform research in-line with the goals of the principal investigator, Stephanie Momeni, Ph.D, MBA, PMP. The research group is dynamic, vibrant, funded by the NIH/NIDCR, and leverages microbiology and bioinformatics to discover how the bacteria living in the human oral cavity impact health and disease. The position will provide the opportunity to conduct and present research, publish papers, build a scientific network, and collaborate with other research groups. The successful candidate will have experience in microbiology, molecular biology and/or bioinformatics. It is expected that the appointed candidate will (1) work independently, (2) play an active role seeking career and research advice, (3) perform the research required by the supervisor to a high standard, in accordance with institutional and federal regulations and ethical standards, and (4) work in a collegial and cooperative manner with the supervisor and other co-workers. Career development training opportunities and an interest in future graduate studies and continuing education are highly encouraged by the PI and are plentiful at OHSU.

Requirements

• 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
• Experience in microbiology, molecular biology and/or bioinformatics research
• This is primarily a research position, but some lab management responsibilities are also involved
• Enthusiasm and ability to learn new skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Well organized and ability to multi-task to deliver on multiple targets simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills
• Work well independently and as a member of a highly collaborative team
• Able to conduct research in a multidisciplinary, fast-paced research environment, occasionally with tight deadlines
• Able to work independently and exhibit self-motivation

Nice To Haves

• Experience with oral bacterial and/or streptococcal genetics
• Experience with animal models

Responsibilities

• Conduct and present research
• Publish papers
• Build a scientific network
• Collaborate with other research groups
• Work independently
• Play an active role seeking career and research advice
• Perform the research required by the supervisor to a high standard, in accordance with institutional and federal regulations and ethical standards
• Work in a collegial and cooperative manner with the supervisor and other co-workers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees