Research Assistant

ohsu· Department of Pediatrics
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📍 Portland, OR, USOTHER

About this role

Department Overview

The Department of Pediatrics is recruiting for a Research Assistant in the Papé Research Institute.

 

The institute is dedicated to building a state-of-the-art research facility with a focus on studying numerous childhood diseases, such as diabetes, neurological disorders, hemophilia, pediatric cancer and metabolic disorders.

Function/Duties of Position

Our lab focuses on regulation of metabolic pathways in glial and vascular cell types, and how they support neuronal and axonal functioning during brain development, and how they are affected in pathological conditions, with the goal of identifying therapeutic strategies to promote repair process. We use multi -disciplinary approaches to study the biology of glia, integrating molecular and cell signaling, biochemistry, multiplex RNA labelling, immunohistochemistry, tissue imaging, proteomics and transgenic animal models (Exposure to live animals (mice)).

Required Qualifications

  • Associate's AND 3 years of relevant experience OR 4 years of relevant experience OR Equivalent combination of training and experience.
  • Basic molecular and cellular biology methods (DNA, RNA isolation, tissue culture).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree.
  • 1-3 years
  • Recent graduates with work experience in a research setting. 
  • Experience with mouse handling is highly desirable.

Additional Details

Apply here online. Upload cover letter and resume.  Please be sure to include months and years (MM/YYYY format) to the resume for jobs/work experience.

 

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Why apply to OHSU?

We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact askhr@ohsu.edu

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This Research Assistant role at ohsu is based in Portland, OR, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
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This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Research Assistant role in the Department of Pediatrics department at ohsu.
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This Research Assistant position at ohsu was posted on Jun 12, 2024. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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