Research Assistant

Oregon Health & Science University•Beaverton, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves research (using animal models) in programs studying the impact of maternal SIV and antiretroviral therapy on fetal development. This person will be expected to grow to function independently, as a lab manager, contribute to the generation of data for the purpose of publication, and must be able to interact and communicate effectively with ONPRC staff and collaborators.

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.
Ability to communicate effectively, in both written and oral formats.
Ability to work both independently and in a small group setting, and one-on-one with collaborators in a positive and productive manner, and to work efficiently and skillfully with a variety of diverse staff and collaborators.
Working knowledge (6 months relevant work experience) of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point.
Demonstrated independence and competence to perform data management and analysis of research finding, including use of spreadsheets, graphics and statistical programs.
Ability to prioritize work demands, and coordinate research protocols with other staff.
Organizational skills and careful attention to details to satisfactorily perform job duties.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Biological Science or Animal Science field.
2-3 year experience working with animals in a research setting, including in vivo and in vitro experiments, molecular biology, analysis of tissues and cell samples by real-time PCR, ELISA, and exposure to cell culture techniques.
4-5 year experience working with animal models, fetal biology, cell isolation and tissue preservation, flow cytometry, histology, microscopy and image analysis.
Experience maintaining inventories of laboratory supplies and equipment; training in the use of biohazard materials and experience in the maintaining of biohazard materials.
Ability to conduct independent and collaborative research, with demonstrated experience in problem solving.

Responsibilities

Independently contribute to, and participate in ongoing research projects related to SIV using NHP animal models, by conducting in vivo and vitro experiments.
Plan, or assist in planning, experiments and develop new technologies in the laboratory.
Assume responsibility for specific components of research projects, including the following: in vitro experiments using cell collection and analysis of tissue and cell samples.
Participate in histological analysis utilizing NHP samples by performing immunohistochemistry assays and data analysis using ImageJ.
Assist with NHP cell isolations of peripheral tissues and white blood cells, and perform subsequent cell culture assays.
Assist with sample cryopreservation and shipment to collaborators.
Maintain and follow laboratory protocols.
Assist others by performing research support procedures including, but not limited to: clean laboratory glassware and maintain equipment; clean lab benches, water baths and incubators.
Prepare various laboratory solutions.
Process and disposal of biohazard, and chemical waste as well as disposal of autoclaved materials following standard laboratory protocols.
Assist with general maintenance of the laboratory, including maintaining supply inventories and meeting regulatory requirements.
As needed, perform data analysis and technical writing.
Other duties as assigned.