Oregon Health & Science University · 2 hours ago
Research Assistant 2
Portland, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$18.91/hr - $28.37/hr
3+ years expOregon Health & Science University is a premier academic medical center providing eye care and conducting research in ophthalmology. They are seeking a Research Assistant 2 to work in the Ocular Immunology lab, where the role involves specimen processing, tissue analysis, and coordinating lab activities.
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Responsibilities
Preparation of protein extraction, performance of SDS-PAGE, electrotransfer of proteins, blot preparation, Western blotting for clinical studies, and preparation of reports
Tissue processing for histology, cryosectioning, immunohistochemistry, performing tissue staining with autoantibodies, use of bright field microscopes
Receiving specimens, accessioning samples, entering information into the electronic database, phone contact with clinical offices, keeping track of patients' specimens and payments
Coordinating general lab activities in a precise and reliable manner, ordering supplies and equipment using Oracle system, maintaining inventories, preparing biochemical solutions and reagents, and keeping complete and accurate records
Additional duties as assigned by principal investigator
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
Requires meticulous organizational skills, strong communication skills with the public as well as physicians/researchers, exceptional database management abilities, ability to work independently and multi-task, and work well with team members
Working knowledge of computer software to include Excel, Word, Power Point and Photoshop is helpful
Demonstrated evidence of strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage competing priorities
Ability to meet deadlines and urgent patient and system needs
Ability to work independently; willingness to serve as a positive and professional role model
Must have demonstrated record of reliable attendance, punctuality and proven successful performance in past and present
Preferred
Experience with protein preparation and analysis by western blotting and immunocytochemistry
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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