Oregon Health & Science University · 7 hours ago
Research Assistant 2
Portland, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$18/hr - $28/hr
1+ years expOregon Health & Science University is seeking a Research Assistant 2 to conduct research on cannabinoid signaling processes in the brain. The role involves performing research experiments, analyzing results, maintaining lab equipment, and managing supplies.
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Responsibilities
Perform research experiments and analyze results for project within the lab
Write-up data and experimental results in publication format
Maintain lab equipment and supplies
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
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
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Neuroscience, Physiology, Chemical Biology, or Related Field
1+ year experience working on an independent project in a research lab environment
1+ year experience working on an independent project in a neuroscience lab environment
Mammalian cell culture, Electrophysiology, and/or fluorescence imaging
Demonstrated success completing research projects
Proven ability to conduct research experiments
Familiarity with experimental design, including replicates, controls and reproducibility
Excellent reading and writing skills
Ability to learn new methods quickly and work independently
Fluent in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Powerpoint and Excel
Experience with MATLAB or Python is ideal
Company
Oregon Health & Science University
OHSU is a health and research university provides patient care, research, education of the next generation of health care.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$36.6MKey Investors
U.S. Small Business AdministrationNational Institute of Allergy and Infectious DiseasesHyundai Hope On Wheels
2024-09-25Grant
2022-11-21Grant· $4.7M
2022-09-27Grant· $0.3M
Leadership Team
Tarek Salaway
Chief Executive Officer, OHSU Health
Lawrence Furnstahl
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
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