The Knight Cardiovascular Institute Senior Clinical Research Coordinator is responsible for various duties supporting clinical trials focused on the investigation of new device and drug therapies for treating patients with cardiac diseases including, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, amyloidosis, structural disfunction, and others encompassing an array of heart failure disease phenotypes. This position will have a strong understanding of the principles of clinical research and the regulatory responsibilities integral to the success of the work; they will be available to all coordinators and assistant coordinators for triaging daily questions.  The senior research coordinator is on point for all regulatory work, organizing and leading monitoring visits with sponsors, preparation and execution of activities needed during an FDA audit, and working with the Program Manager and Clinical Trials Administrator on projects relating to study start-up. The senior coordinator also serves as a mentor to junior research staff in the group, is on point for collaborating with the program manager in organizing the training and onboarding of new coordinators within the group, as well as developing standardized workflows and SOP’s for the program. Lastly, this position is also responsible for analyzing and interpreting complex research data and assisting the principle investigator in publication development.   The Senior Research Coordinator is also the primary liaison for patients receiving experimental research procedures on a clinical trial and is responsible for the triage of patient needs and identification, reporting of, and follow-up of adverse events.  They have a strong understanding of the connection and differences between clinical care and protocol visits conducted for research subjects.    This position will primarily support our Structural Heart research team within the division of Cardiology, they may be reassigned secondary duties to support other sections within the Cardiovascular Medicine Clinical Trials Unit and Knight Cardiovascular Institute.

The appointee will be expected to plan, develop, organize, and direct a fully funded and independent research program that incorporates the use of non-human primate models. Incumbents are expected to independently and effectively direct a research laboratory, seek opportunities for internal and external collaborative research studies, supervise research staff and trainees, publish regularly in peer-reviewed scientific journals, and present/participate in national or international meetings. Teaching obligations include lecturing as well as mentoring/supervising graduate and/or postgraduate trainees. Service obligations include participating on academic and service committees at the center, university, and national/international level.   Applicants should work actively in the broad area of NHP-related research, or have research programs that can be adapted to include NHPs within the next 3 years.The appointee shall provide services as assigned by the supervisor in furtherance of the university’s missions and goals of research, education/mentoring, outreach, and public service.

Regional Leadership and Program Management - Ensures program delivery meets regulatory and accreditation standards, including assessment and evaluation criteria. - Serves as liaison and campus representative between OHSU SON and the respective regional university campus assigned; includes fostering and developing inter-agency relationships, service on committees and councils, and advancement of relationships between entities. - Assists with regional recruitment of students to ensure program targets are met/exceeded. - Initiates and leads the process for local hiring of faculty and staff. - Supervises faculty, professional, and support staff on a regional campus, using a matrix model for input and evaluation. - Ensures alignment with overall SON strategic, operational, and financial goals and tactics and functions as a SON leader, coordinating and cooperating with other leaders in support of School missions and goals. - Visits clinical sites and maintains critical relationships with community partners that include, but are not limited to, practice and community health agencies, community thought leaders, and others who interface with the SON to ensure input from SON communities of interest. - Advises and assists with alumni, philanthropic, and legislative endeavors per planned opportunities. - Serves as a media spokesperson for the SON at the regional level, in collaboration with OHSU strategic communications and the dean. - Ensures that regional characteristics are considered in all SON planned curricular, research, and practice missions. Human and Fiscal Resource Management - Demonstrates commitment to inclusive excellence, becoming trauma-informed, equity, and belonging - Meets performance standards and expectations associated with faculty and staff supervision in a matrix with respective Associate Deans. - Provides leadership and exercises supervisory authority to faculty and staff through active oversight, fostering a climate of open communication, and managing conflict through a trauma-informed lens. - Provide informal communication channels between affected parties and use applicable alternative dispute resolution techniques to minimize the escalation of conflict and achieve conflict resolution and problem-solving. Review, analyze, and evaluate all sides of an issue in an informed and unbiased fashion. - Seek the informal resolution of problems and differences between employees, supervisors, and other agency officials. - Conducts workplace reviews to identify, analyze, and make recommendations to proactively resolve workplace conflicts between colleagues and/or management and employees. - Makes recommendations to clients and/or senior management on the best course of action for resolution, accounting for risk and cultural impact. - Designs services, initiatives, and interventions including conflict coaching, facilitation, and mediation to respond to systemic issues impacting a fair, professional, and ethical workplace. - Assesses faculty and staff mix needed to ensure that program and curricular objectives are met - Assists in recruitment, selection, evaluation, and retention processes in regional areas. - Monitors faculty and staff productivity to ensure that resources are developed and utilized in the best possible manner to ensure student outcomes and public accountability. - Provides mentoring and support for early- and mid-career faculty to ensure an adequate faculty workforce. Administrative and Faculty Functions - Serves on the SON Leadership Council and other relevant school and/or university councils and committees relevant to the academic and other missions. - Serves on the Oregon Consortium for Nursing Education (OCNE) Coordinating Council. Collaborates with regional OCNE schools. - Leads performance improvement and project management initiatives on a regional or statewide level. - Models teaching, service, and inquiry through teaching and faculty engagement activities; works collaboratively with other faculty on joint publications and scholarship. - Performs other duties as assigned by the Senior Associate Dean/Dean.

In support of the PA program’s Curricular Activities:   Curriculum Development and Student Assessment: - Overseeing the assessment and academic progress of clinical year students, including the scheduling and administration of exams, interpretation of results, and assigning grades for clinical rotations. - Collaborating in curriculum development, encompassing clinical rotations, internships, and other experiential learning components. - Developing assessment tools and evaluation criteria, along with remediation processes for students. - Providing student instruction in the didactic phase and participating in various program and institutional committees related to curriculum and academic progress. - Serve as an advisor to first- and second-year students Clinical and Experiential Learning Management: - Identifying, establishing, and maintaining relationships with clinical sites and preceptors. - Overseeing the recruitment, training, and supervision of preceptors. - Managing student placement at clinical sites and ensuring alignment with their learning needs, interests, and career goals. - Conducting orientation and training sessions for students. - Continuously assessing and improving the quality of experiential learning experiences. Regulatory Compliance, Quality Improvement, and Problem Solving: - Ensuring program compliance with accreditation requirements, licensing regulations, and legal standards. - Addressing issues or challenges during clinical rotations, including conflicts and safety-related matters. - Engaging in quality improvement initiatives, including program self-assessment, analysis, accreditation processes, and policy development. - Collecting and analyzing data to inform decision-making and improve program outcomes. As a member of the faculty of the PA Program: Networking, Advocacy, and Support Services: - Building and maintaining relationships with healthcare providers, organizations, and professional associations. - Advocating for the importance of experiential learning and its role in clinical practice. - Providing guidance and support to students, addressing their educational needs. - Staying current with trends in healthcare education and incorporating best practices. - Participating in the admissions process and providing academic advising to students. - Participate on program and university committees as assigned by the Program Director, Represent the PA program through service on committees at the institutional level as required. - Represent the PA Program within the OHSU community and statewide medical community - Participate in national, regional and state PA professional organizations - Support other PA faculty in responsibilities as assigned by the program director

General Custodial - Provide a clean environment for staff, visitors and patients. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Carpet vacuuming/edging - Dusting all surfaces - Dust mopping, wet mopping, sweeping - Remove litter - Cleaning glass – Doors and windows - Wash walls, doorframes, window ledges. - Clean and sanitize restrooms, locker rooms. - Clean break areas and kitchens. - Refill dispensers, carts, shelves with needed supplies. - Remove waste and cleans containers. Transport to central location. - Dust blinds. - Report broken and damaged items and building maintenance needs to supervisor. Recycling - Provide recycling services to OHSU community. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Placement and collection of recycling containers throughout interior and exterior of buildings. - Accurately and safely sort recyclables into appropriate containers. Maintain cleanliness of sorting area. - Safely shred and bale recycled items. - Following HIPPA regulations. Litter Patrol - Provide an exterior environment free of trash and debris. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Patrolling for and removal of litter from grounds, exterior stairwells, entrances, and patios. - Removal of waste from exterior trash cans and transport to central location. - Cleaning of exterior trash cans and reporting disrepair. - Placement and servicing of additional trash cans for events. Other Duties - Provide support to other work units. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Assist in exterior cleanup activities including graffiti removal, minor debris removal projects. - Sweep or shovel snow from steps and walks at building entrances and connecting walks. - Perform minor building maintenance under supervision as needed. - Report security issues to the Department of Public Safety - Operate all cleaning and floor care equipment, buffers, wet vacuums, auto scrubbers, upright vacuums, and carpet extractors. - Perform duties according to the safety guidelines as determined by OSHA and the OHSU Custodial Services department.

System Maintenance & Issues - Provide production support, follow-up and maintenance to existing financial applications, systems, and workflows. Act as a Super User. Troubleshoot and assist in resolution of issues with CFS financial systems/applications, including, but not limited to, form functionality, report validation, data integrity within Oracle, data integrity within reporting tools, internal and external interfaces. Analyze errors utilizing Oracle and other analytic tools, working with departments to correct the errors quickly and in line with accepted accounting procedures. Trouble-shoot problems working with end-users, ITG, vendor(s), and staff in multiple departments to obtain solutions through technical fixes and/or changes in business process.  System Upgrades, Report Development, Improvements, Integrations: - Analyze and document existing new financial applications and systems for simplification or enhancement and develop test plans and conduct testing to ensure overall system integrity. Analyzes present and future financial process related to Central Financial Services’ Oracle financial modules (i.e. General Ledger, Internal Billing System, Sub Ledger Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Assets, Projects, etc.) and financial reporting tools (i.e. Cognos/TM1, Orbits, etc) to maintain/improve financial data integrity and controls with a focus on process improvement, simplification, and accuracy. Support integration of third party tools into the financial modules. Build reporting to support financial functions.  Technical Communication: - Maintain internal and external departmental web sites. This position will be the Super User for applications within the department, interfacing with the appropriate ITG departments to ensure compliance with technical and branding standards. Maintain communication list serves used across organization to communicate with user community.  Other duties as assigned

Administrative and General Office Support: - Serves as administrative support to Knight Cardiovascular Institute Clinical Research Faculty and Administrative members, which includes managing Outlook calendars, typing a variety of correspondence. Organizes and maintains filing systems as appropriate. Opens and distributes mail; participates in event coverage as needed including booking conference rooms, ordering catering and setup/clean up. Arranges meetings by request of faculty or manager using Outlook. Maintains call calendars, QGenda and schedules for clinical duties as appropriate.  Financial Support:  - Responsible for preparing, submitting, tracking and reconciling a variety of financial/accounting documents related to clinical research such as purchase orders, disbursement requests, one time payments, journal entries, travel reimbursements, deposits as well as ordering/requisitioning non-capital lab supplies. Responsible for electronic/manual purchasing and receiving activity. Receives requests for purchases from faculty and research staff. Prepares, modifies, and forwards for approval all Oracle purchase requisitions. Electronically receives purchases. Support KCVI Clinical Research team: - Support with administrative duties related to study conduct. This includes but is not limited to limited data entry, lab  processing, tracker reconciliation, billing review, document completion, calendar maintenance, patient room maintenance, etc.

The appointee shall provide services as assigned by the supervisor in furtherance of the university’s missions and goals of teaching, research, patient care, outreach and public service.   This position reports to (supervisor): Dr. Helmi Lutsep, MD, Interim Chair, Department of Neurology     The duties of this position include: The Division Head of Aging, Alzheimer’s and Related Disorders, will apply a strong and proven commitment to excellence in research, education, and the delivery of care. They will provide an outstanding level of professional performance (e.g. quality of investigation for research faculty; quality of clinical care for clinical faculty). Professional performance is delivered in a manger compliant with regulations and guidelines of all relevant bodies (i.e. DNV, Center for Medicare and Medicaid, OHSU IRB, NIH, and all other state, federal and institutional regulatory guidelines).  They will have hiring authority and will manage the division’s financial resources. Substantial opportunities await the next Division Head to further develop and grow the division, including the following initiatives:  - Develop and execute a strategic vision for the division - Advocate for, mentor, and develop faculty - Build and expand the division's clinical enterprise - Further enhance research - Foster fellowship program - Foster and enhance collaboration within the department and across the university   You will be expected to contribute in each of the following areas: - Administration (30%). Partnering with Department leadership, as Division Head, you will be expected to lead the advancement of the division in all mission areas – clinical, education, and research activities. These objectives will include fiscal oversight of the division, mentorship and career development for division faculty, successful faculty recruitments and other academic goals to be determined with the Chair. The appointment as Division Head is an administrative role and will be reviewed annually. - Clinical (70%). You will be expected to be clinically active proportional to your clinical FTE. To start, we anticipate clinical effort to be 6 half-day clinic sessions per week. Clinical FTE could be reduced in the future, depending on additional funded roles. - Research (0%). It is expected you will both make a good faith effort to move your existing grants, and successfully pursue externally funded research. You will also be expected to attend national research meetings and establish collaborations with investigators in your field, both internal and external to OHSU. - Education. OHSU is a teaching facility and you will be expected to teach medical students, residents, and fellows in the clinical setting as well as through assigned lectures to be given during the course of the year.

Assigned tasks include, but are not limited to: - Performing daily rounding of spaces, emptying trash and recycle bins, wiping down and sanitizing desk surfaces, pushing in chairs, cord management, etc - inventorying chairs and equipment to ensure no items are missing - assisting users with archibus booking module, potentially booking spaces for users as needed - providing wayfinding support to wayward patients/employees as needed, inside and outside of flex use space - making updates to user materials as needed - assisting with reporting on space use, surveying users - providing cross-training and backup support to Facilities Triage Center - other communication with customers and other assigned tasks. Tasks assigned to non-OHSU student workers provide an introduction to OHSU Facilities and space management as a profession and experience that can lead to careers at OHSU in addition to highly transferable skills applicable to a variety of fields.

Screen patients for and obtain/record patient’s chief complaint, take accurate history of illnesses/surgeries (Ophthalmic and General), past ocular history, family history, drug allergies, and medications.  Assist physician with completing/transferring patient information to the patient problem list as required per JCAHO.  Perform ophthalmic testing as appropriate per patient.  This includes but is not limited to checking/documenting distance and near vision in adults and children with and without correction, clearly determining from patient history if the patient is needing new glasses on any given visit.  Pupillary assessment to rule out afferent defect and to check pupil size (rule out asymmetry), corneal curvature, corneal pachymetry, corneal topography, color vision testing, must be proficient in performing lensometry including reading lenses with multifocal and progressive adds, power of sphere, axis of cylinder and cylinder power, and orientation and power of prism and measurement of interpupillary distance.  Perform applanation tonometry, and utilize Tonopen (noncontact tonometry) to check intraocular pressure.  Perform confrontation visual fields.  Must be proficient in auto refraction, fogging with astigmatic dials, cross cylinder refinement and measurement of accommodation.   Must be able to perform cover/uncover test, alternate cover test and quantify strabismus.  Must be able to document ocular motility, presence of strabismus or nystagmus.  Must be able to perform Worth 4-dot test and Stereopsis test.  Must be able to test near point of convergence, ductions, versions and vergences.  Must be able to perform Potential Acuity Meter testing, Glare Testing.  Instill dilating and other ophthalmic drops per physician’s instructions.   Assist doctors during examination as needed including scribing using Epic where indicated.  Prepare for, set up and assist in minor surgical, and laser procedures, including all types of lasers.  Must be familiar with preoperative and pre-laser patient education.  Apply eye dressings, protective shields.  Provide patient instruction, education and assistance as required.  Always be willing to assist patients in clinic areas.  Per standard guidelines, clean exam lanes and minor surgical instruments. Prepare instruments to be sent for sterilization.  Responsible for room maintenance including periodic cleaning of exam lanes.  Keep rooms stocked with appropriate instruments, as well as necessary ophthalmic drops, per physician’s direction.   Other duties:  Take ‘tech calls as needed to assist front desk scheduling team, refill pharmacy requests as per physician guidelines; fax/send glasses prescriptions as indicated.   Set up ophthalmic examination rooms, stock supplies as necessary, perform minor repairs and triage to Clinical Engineering or outside vendors as necessary.  Maintain instruments and be able to clean and properly sterilize items.   Periodic cleaning of trial lenses and examining lenses, ordering of linens and medications from pharmacy.     Provide administrative assistance and support as required including surgery scheduling (cases in OR as well as in the Minor surgery room and lasers), enlisting translators when necessary, procuring pre-surgery  history and physicals from primary care physician’s offices, verifying patient insurance information, obtaining insurance authorizations/referrals where indicated, fax and call for pharmacy requests, confirming OR cases the week before, and share duty of taking tech calls with other technicians.  Being aware of patient’s financial/insurance status (pay scale if patient is self insured, and insurance coverage where valid) in the OHSU demographic database.  Assisting physician in filling out forms such as Commission for the Blind forms and forms regarding the visual impairment of patients, and other such forms.  Learn computer applications (scheduling, order entry, etc.) used in the clinic and achieve understanding of insurance authorization process.  Other duties as requested by supervisor.  Exhibit initiative and teamwork in performing all daily tasks.   Perform calibration of automated and non-automated perimeters.  Maintain a working knowledge of computerized visual field programs, and be able to perform Amsler Grid testing.  Maintain a working knowledge of disease processes that may affect the visual pathway and resultant changes in the visual field.  Perform SITA and Standard Humphrey (automated) (central and peripheral).   Certification:  Participate in continuing education courses and activities, maintain current JCAHPO certification.  Have knowledge of and be able to practice JCAHO clinical guidelines.  Demonstrate competence in all required skills during yearly skills evaluation.   Customer Service:  Provides high quality customer service to patients, OHSU faculty and referring providers, to include PCP’s and their office staff, insurance providers in requesting referrals, and co-workers and staff as well as setting an example in training new employees.  Maintains a high standard of patient interactions skills and is exemplary in addressing patient complaints when necessary.

Clinical Activities (not related to teaching or research): - Plans and supervises student clinical learning labs, simulation, and/or clinical experiences or practica based on teaching assignment. Scholarly Activities (research/writing, abstracts, grant supported work, presentations, etc.): - Participates in scholarly activities based on faculty rank. - At the Assistant Professor rank or higher, faculty in the practice mission, demonstrates competence in an area of clinical expertise and engages in inquiry and scholarship that contributes to the practice of clinical practice. - At the Assistant Professor rank or higher, faculty in the research mission advance a program of research, prepares grants and seek funding, and engage with other missions to foster inquiry within the SON. Education Activities (include types of teaching and types of student taught): - Provides effective clinical, simulation and didactic instruction based on teaching assignment using appropriate instructional technologies to ensure that course outcomes are met.  Participates collaboratively in the development, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum. - Mentors and advises students. - Faculty in the doctoral program supervise students in dissertation and/or clinical inquiry projects. Service Activities: - These activities could include faculty meetings, committee membership, professional activities and other responsibilities as assigned by the Program Director. - Participates in faculty governance; additional engagement based on rank. Administrative Activities: - As negotiated. Other Activities: Clinical Lab/Simulation specific activities will include the following: - Collaborate with faculty to design, implement, and evaluate clinical learning labs, open skills sessions and simulation-based learning experiences which adhere to evidence-based best practices. - Coordinate with simulation faculty and staff on the operation and maintenance of high, mid, and low fidelity equipment, audio-visual equipment, learning center software and computer equipment. - Contribute to the maintenance of a standardized patient (SP) program. - Facilitate training of new equipment, technology, and other materials for faculty, staff, and students. - Remain current with healthcare technology, simulation technology and simulation pedagogy.

- Oversee the implementation of innovative and effective resiliency strategies within OHSU to continuously reduce service vulnerability. Serve as lead supply chain risk subject matter expert. - Design and implement supply chain risk training to support transformation efforts. - Coordinate with organizational change management experts, data scientists, data engineers, and functional users to design, document and implement a best-in-class supply chain resilience program . Establish an ongoing review of the program to ensure best practices are captured and the program is up to date. - Engage with suppliers to understand their risk management strategy and approach to supply chain transparency, translating them to actionable insights to reduce OHSU’s risk. - Support the pro-active identification of high-risk suppliers, commodities, part numbers or supply chain nodes through an established risk management methodology - Implement, analyze, report, and maintain metrics and dashboards to ensure efficiency and value to the business - Continually monitor risk in the OHSU supply chain (internal and external) and take timely action to address identified risks. - Build processes and modern supply chain technologies that allow OHSU to forecast, anticipate, and respond quickly to future risks and opportunities.  

- Reviews referrals received for high risk cancer predisposition clinic - Requests patient records as needed - Determines appropriate scheduling for patients - Works with specialists to develop and implement care plan - Assists in maintaining database/tracking patient surveillance and care - Provides pre- and/or post-test genetic counseling to patients and families with an inherited cancer syndrome or increased risk of cancer in absence of gene mutation  - Coordinates genetic testing - Discusses genetic test result with the patient and appropriate/referring provider(s) - Serve a primary role in education to medical trainees, genetic counseling graduate students and other health care providers - May be involved in recruiting and/or consenting patients to appropriate registries and/or ongoing trials

- Serve as a clinical interventional cardiologist. Duties will include in- and out-patient activities, perform cath lab procedures, cardiac consult services, interpretation of echocardiograms, nuclear studies, stress tests, device and medication management as required to provide high-level clinical care to cardiac patients. Fair share of call coverage is expected.  - Participate in educational/proctoring activities at HMC in conjunction with clinical need and academic interests. 

- Precepting or urgent care in the Faculty Practice 4 half days/week, with at least one and likely two evening clinics - Participate in clinical based teaching - On average 3 days per week of ultrasound educational activities and practice in varying clinical settings - Attend weekly image review & planning sessions with the program faculty - Create, participate in, or complete at least 1 IRB approved research project - Contribute to ultrasound teaching events for students and residents - Otherwise positively contribute to the OHSU Point of Care Ultrasound Group

A Research Assistant 2 (RA2) position is available for adeno-associated virus (AAV) and gene therapy research in the Department of Molecular and Medical Genetics. The RA2 will participate in the AAV vector and gene therapy projects conducted by the laboratory. Responsibilities include:   - Performs various molecular biology assays, including construction and preparation of plasmid DNA, production and purification of AAV vectors for animal studies, and extraction of DNA / RNA from animal tissues - Assists in the daily operation of the lab including hazardous waste disposal, sterilization of equipment, cleaning glassware, general servicing, ordering of equipment and lab supplies, and preparation of media and buffers - Collects, records, organizes and verifies the accuracy of data; conducts leterature searches and summarizes information in an appropriate format for a particular study; documents and interprets results of experiments and reports to Principal Investigator - Presents experimental results at lab meetings and participates in departmental and group seminars

This is a research position involving extensive work with patient-derived xenograft (PDX) models of pediatric solid cancers in immune-compromised laboratory mice,  culturing of PDX-derived cells; characterization of PDX tumors and cells by RNA/DNA sequencing, perform qPCR and Western blotting; analyze immunohistochemical assays including generation of publication quality imaging and quantification; help plan and implement collaborative projects with partner labs, including teaching relevant techniques; maintain lab spaces and assist with ordering and stocking lab; independently design and implement experiments; and responsible for writing and editing of manuscripts.  Attend weekly lab meetings and present your research upon request. 

All private care activities shall be conducted through the institute faculty private practice plan. This position requires undivided effort at the specific FTE. The general pattern of working hours will be set by the Director of the Dotter Institute, but deviations from general patterns may be necessary to meet position responsibilities. On average there will be 3 procedural days, 1 outpatient clinic day, and 1 academic day. Duration of this appointment and indicated salary may be changed or eliminate if a gift, grant, or contract fund supporting this position becomes unavailable. This is a fulltime appointment at 1.0 FTE. The faculty member will join and remain a member of the departmental practice plan and the faculty practice corporation for the duration of the faculty member’ OHSU appointment so long as the plan and the corporation are so approved and designated by the president. The faculty member will provide and utilize all patient care services at the University Hospital and clinics and Doernbecher Children’s Hospital unless specifically authorized otherwise in writing by the president or the president’s designee. As part of the university mission of education and training of health care professionals, peer review activities for health care providers in Oregon is approved where the dean, unity director or their designee has authorized the peer review in advance.

The Division of Metabolic Health & Disease at the Oregon National Primate Research Center (ONPRC) and Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) is inviting applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor position to strengthen the Division’s research program in the areas of metabolism, physiology and endocrinology. Successful candidates would join a premier translational research facility focused on nonhuman primate models of human disease. ONPRC research is carried out in the laboratories of 46 principal investigators in the areas of metabolism, neuroscience, reproduction, genetics, and infectious disease using a colony of more than 4,700 nonhuman primates. Competitive applicants will have an established research program in the general area of metabolic disease (obesity, type 2 diabetes, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, cardiometabolic disease), endocrinology and metabolism, pancreatic and/or islet biology or central regulation of body weight or glucose homeostasis.   We seek an outstanding scientist at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in a relevant discipline with demonstrated ability to obtain independent research funding and a track record of impactful publications. The successful candidate will have or develop an independent research program in metabolic research, as well as demonstrate the desire to collaborate with investigators in the highly diverse research environment of ONPRC. While current or previous nonhuman primate research experience is beneficial, all candidates with clinical or rodent research backgrounds will receive equal consideration, with the understanding that they would transition to at a research program that includes at least 50% of nonhuman primate-based research within a reasonable period.

IMAGING: - Provides quality images with accuracy and efficiency, using optimal skills and knowledge of all equipment. - Technologists will be trained in all general radiology exams/areas so that they are able to rotate through the department based on workflow needs. - Utilize the VIP transportation system to arrange for patient delivery. - Positions patient for diagnostic radiology exams according to department procedures, training, and machine requirements with a high regard for the safety and care of the patient. - Operates radiology equipment, determines and sets exposure factors, sets technique utilizing all relevant factors to ensure accurate and quality images with minimal and acceptable repeat rates. - Uses computer image processing, as needed to select, process, optimize and archive images to PACS. - Completely tracks exams in the Radiology Information system. - Develops and presents images and related patient information to radiologist for diagnosis. - Assists with patient transport by moving patients using standard procedures. - Assists in the training of Radiologic Technology Students, and adheres to dept. policy on supervision of student technologists. DOCUMENTATION: - Gathers complete documentation of all pertinent information to provide accurate and timely service to customers. - Responsible to correctly identify patients by checking their identity per department procedure. - Reviews patient chart and orders to insure correct examination. - Labels images completely with demographic, position and other needed documentation. Follows dept policy on the use of anatomical markers. - Logs activities, gathers charging information and charges exams as required. - Follows department and hospital procedures and policies. - Performs quality control and quality assurance, records results and reports variance from normal equipment function. PERSONAL & PATIENT CARE AND SAFETY: - Provides for personal and patient care and safety using professional judgment in accordance with written standards so there is no injury to self or others. - Protects patients and others in the area by using proper machine settings and radiation safety standards. - Practices universal and blood and body fluid precautions, and sterile practices according to procedures. - Communicates and uses knowledge of related anatomy and physiology to insure appropriate and effective care to neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. - Maintains awareness of patient status and takes appropriate actions to meet their needs. - Explains the procedure to the patient to assure clear answers to their questions and concerns to allay any anxiety and assure patient confidence. - Reports knowledge of any patient safety concern or occurance to manager and submit occurance to the on-line Patient Safety Net (PSN). PROFESSIONAL BEHAVIOR: - Practices professional communications, appearance, conduct, punctuality, attendance and attitude that leads to physician, patient and co-worker respect and confidence. - Informs and educates patient and/or family of all needed information concerning the exam performed. - Uses professional judgment and presents a professional image of competency to customer and staff. - Handles stressful situations in ways that promote positive outcomes. - Takes personal initiative to maintain current in education (journals, books, inservices seminars, etc.) in all areas assigned. EFFECTIVE USE OF RESOURCES: - Effective use of time, people, supplies, safe and attentive work practices. Works in a safe manner. - Maintains a safe and clean work environment. - Promotes cost effectiveness through the proper use and conservation of supplies and equipment. - Identifies cost saving measures. - Reports needed repairs or potential hazards to the appropriate department as soon as identified. - Reports all on-the-job injuries and seeks medical attention as appropriate INITIATIVE: - Self-motivation, takes on projects willingly, acts on opportunities to improve, contributes new ideas. - Takes the initiative to identify and solve problems. - Supports improvement and innovation in the workplace. - Demonstrates awareness of and supports OHSU departmental and operating unit goals through participation in continuous quality improvement and departmental activities. - Promotes professional development and contributes to the professional growth of others. Be familiar with and comply with OHSU and Diagnostic Imaging department policies and procedures.   Other duties as assigned.