An NIH-funded research position is available in the Department of Chemical Physiology and Biochemistry at the Oregon Health & Science University, Portland Oregon, to study ion channel regulation in health and disease.

 

Highly motivated individuals with training in biochemistry, cell biology, and molecular biology are welcome to apply. Applicants should send a cover letter describing research experience and interests, a curriculum vitae, and the contact information of three references.

• Molecular biology/biochemistry/cell biology bench work.

• Perform electrophysiology experiments and analyze data.
• Attend and participate in lab meetings and make contributions to publications.

Research Assistant 2

• Bachelors in a relevant field; OR
• Associates and 3 years of relevant experience; OR
• 4 years of relevant experience; OR
• Equivalent combination of training and experience.

Senior Research Assistant

• Bachelor's in relevant field and 1 year of relevant experience; OR
• Equivalent combination of training and experience.

Required for Both

• Research experience in protein biochemistry, molecular biology, and cell culture.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in using common scientific software for writing, data analysis, and statistics.

• BS in STEM.
• Advanced degrees or certificates in the field of cell biology, molecular biology, or membrane biophysics are welcome to apply.
• Electrophysiology, cryoEM, and fluorescence microscopy.
• Demonstrated multitasking ability and research productivity through publications.

Work is generally 40 hours per week during normal working hours (between 8:00am - 6:00pm). However, evening and weekend work is expected as needed.

 

Additional safety training will be required to work with cell lines/ viruses in a BSL-2 environment.

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