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Research Assistant 1 at Oregon Health & Science University

Portland, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Microscopic Dissection, Gross Tissue Dissection, DNA Purification, Genotyping, PCR Reactions, Western Blotting, Immunohistochemical Staining, ELISA, Primary Cell Culture, Database Maintenance, Lab Stock Organization, Experiment Design, Data Interpretation, Data Presentation

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Department Overview Cell biology research investigating the mechanistic effects of maternal obesity, preeclampsia and gestational diabetes on placental function and mitochondrial respiration in human trophoblast cells in relation to adverse pregnancy outcomes including stillbirth. Function/Duties of Position Microscopic and gross tissue dissection, preservation, processing, sectioning DNA purification, genotyping, MaxiPreps, PCR reactions, western blotting Design of experiments, preparation, interpretation and presentation of data Immunohistochemical staining methods, western blotting, ELISA Primary cell culture Excel type database maintenance Ordering and organizing lab stocks Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree with major courses in field of research, biology, or chemistry OR Associate’s degree and 2 years relevant experience. Additional Details Upload cover letter and resume. Please be sure to include months and years to the resume for jobs/experience. All are welcome 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.

Responsibilities

The Research Assistant will perform microscopic and gross tissue dissection, as well as DNA purification and various laboratory techniques. They will also design experiments and prepare, interpret, and present data related to placental function and mitochondrial respiration.