The OHSU Knight Cancer Institute, known as one of the pioneers in personalized cancer medicine, is an international leader in research and cancer treatment. Driven by its mission to end cancer as we know it, the institute is building upon its expertise in targeted treatments to advance the early detection of cancer when the disease is most treatable.

 

Every Knight Cancer employee is expected to embody our guiding principles: 

• We act BOLDLY—Breakthroughs require pushing the boundaries of science, exploring new frontiers, and thinking differently
• We SUPPORT each other—Respect leads to trust, which leads to excellence
• We work as a CONNECTED team—We must leverage our collective brain power to conquer cancer because no one individual can do it alone

OHSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on disability or protected veteran status. Applicants with disabilities can request reasonable accommodation by contacting the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148.

This Research Assistant Staff Scientist position aims to apply technical expertise and experience to plan, coordinate, design, and carry out research project(s) aiming to delineate the role of fucosylation-regulated signal transduction governing cancer biology and tumor:stromal interactions.

1. Participate as a core resource in initiating and developing new projects related to fucosylation-regulated cancer and tumor stromal biology to generate preliminary data for grants and manuscripts. Train with Dr. Lau in specialized molecular/biochemical/cellular/mouse modeling techniques that are relevant to the laboratory focus on fucosylation and tumor:stromal interactions. 
2. Assist Dr. Lau with scientific business daily, to include
   • planning, coordinating, and designing experiments with Dr. Lau on fucosylation and signaling
   • compiling, writing, and submitting reports
   • analyzing research data and presenting it for publication or at scientific meetings
   • providing lab managerial efforts (including lab ordering and occasional key reagent preparation and lab maintenance coordination)
   • maintaining records of research data
   • training with the PI in grant writing, with the eventual goal of independent grant submissions
3.  Help supervise, mentor, and monitor the training programs for graduate students and other laboratory staff.

Education & experience:

Doctoral degree in relevant field and 3 years of relevant post-doctoral work experience.

 

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Possesses a significant or high command of a professional sphere of knowledge exceeding what is required in the Research Series. Performs research and shares management responsibilities consistent with the research program's goals. Contributes to science at a considerable level as determined by the discipline. May assist in developing new services or technologies and aid in grant application and publication development as appropriate.

PhD in one of the natural sciences or a related field, or a Medical degree.

Two years of postdoctoral experience and/or five years of related experience.  Familiarity with proteomics approaches.

Apply online. Please be sure to upload a Cover Letter and Resume/CV.

 

BENEFITS (delete what does not apply)

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We offer a variety of benefits on top of joining a thriving organization:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage at no or low cost to employees
  • Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents
• Several retirement plans to choose from with contributions from OHSU
• 25 days a year of paid time off
• 8 days of sick time off
• Commuter subsidies
• Tuition reimbursement
• Access to group life insurance, disability insurance, and other supplemental benefits
• Annual Merit Increase
• Growth/Development Opportunities
• Employee discounts to local and major businesses

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Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.