Senior Research Associate

Oregon Health & Science University • Portland, OR

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cohen lab at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) is seeking a creative and ambitious candidate with a chemistry background to contribute to recent developments in chemical genetics and proteomics of PARPs and ADP-ribosylation. This is a fully funded position within an excellent interdisciplinary training environment that offers a wide breadth of research topics and techniques. The team is highly collaborative and interactive, requiring excellent written and oral communication skills. Applicants should submit a CV and a statement of research interest.

Requirements

• PhD in a relevant field and 1 year of relevant experience; OR Master's Degree in a relevant field and 5 years of relevant experience; OR Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and 9 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency operating independently in a research laboratory setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral formats.
• Ability to work both independently and with others in a positive and productive manner.
• Experience with 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 details.
• Ability to prioritize work assignments and cordially coordinate use of research equipment and laboratory space with other staff.

Nice To Haves

• PhD in synthetic organic chemistry.
• At least 5 years of demonstrated proficiency operating independently in a research laboratory setting.
• 5+ years of synthetic organic chemistry experience.
• Expertise in the synthesis of complex molecules.
• Expertise in methods used in carbohydrate chemistry.
• First-author publications.
• Mentoring experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and perform experiments related to the chemistry of PARP inhibitors, NAD+, and ADP-ribose.
• Analyze data and maintain accurate, detailed records of all experimental procedures, data collection, and analysis.
• Report experimental results, present at lab meetings, and write manuscripts for publication.
• Present research findings at scientific conferences.
• Maintain a high level of professional expertise by staying current with scientific literature.
• Participate in professional development opportunities.
• Provide guidance and training to others in the lab and/or on the project as needed.
• Potentially oversee the work of interns, students, and other staff.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor to further the lab's research and the university's missions.

Benefits

• Healthcare for full-time employees covered 100% and 88% for dependents.
• $50K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee.
• Two separate above market pension plans to choose from.
• Paid time off - 208 hours per year, prorated for part-time.
• Extended illness bank - 64 hours per year, prorated for part-time.
• 9 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