The Oregon National Primate Research Center (ONPRC) is located 12 miles west of the OHSU main campus, and sits on 162 acres of land featuring forested areas, research and administration buildings, indoor and outdoor animal housing, and 2-mile perimeter walking path. Our mission is to improve human health and the quality of life through the support of nonhuman primate research programs that advance our knowledge of the causes, preventions, treatments, and cures of debilitating diseases.

Research:

• This position will involve laboratory benchwork, primarily focused on molecular and cell biology assays

Education:

• High School, OR
• Undergraduate Program
  (minimum 6 credit hours), OR
• Enrolled in or on vacation from or is otherwise registered in (check one)
• Graduate Program minimum 4.5 credit hours

Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies):

• Ability to communicate effectively, in both written and oral formats
• Excellent collaboration skills and ability to communicate effectively with biologists
• Ability to perform data management and analysis of research findings, including use of spreadsheets and basic word processing
• Ability to prioritize work demands, and coordinate research protocols with other staff
• Organizational skills and careful attention to details to satisfactorily perform job duties
• High level of self-motivation and integrity
• Creative, thinks out-side-the-box, in developing fit-for-purpose solutions for data needs

Education:

• Courses in Biology

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work schedule expected to be part time, approximately 6 hours per week

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & EQUIPMENT USAGE:

• Ability to lift/move equipment weighing up to 30 lbs

• Ability to stand for several continuous hours

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.