Full job description Department Overview: 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, a pond, 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.
Function/Duties of Position: A key staff member responsible for coordination and support for specific sections of ongoing and newly funded projects using non-human primates in the study of the immune system, immunodeficiencies, infectious diseases, and specific pathogen free non-human primate projects. The incumbent will have responsibility for managing/coordinating protocols, scheduling procedures with internal and external laboratories, and communications with research and animal program units. They will be responsible for preparation of written reports, regulatory documentation, laboratory/image analysis, and materials for manuscripts/grants. They will also be responsible for developing and maintaining study budgets to ensure support for over 1000 rhesus macaques encompassing >75 new and ongoing research projects. The incumbent will also contribute to the development and refinement of research related tools, imaging, procedures, and analysis. Additionally, the incumbent will be directly involved in the onboarding and training of new and current IDR staff. Individual must have excellent skills with behavior training, data collection, data entry, and reporting of research findings in written and oral formats to local and national collaborators.
Required Qualifications: Education: Master's in relevant field AND1 year of relevant experience. OR Equivalent combination of training and experience Experience: May require specific experience in particular area of research Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies): Ability to communicate effectively, including use and meaning of scientific terminology, in both written and oral formats Ability to work both independently and in a small group setting Working knowledge (6 months relevant work experience) of Microsoft Excel, Word Demonstrated independence and competence to perform data management and analysis of research finding, including use of spreadsheets, graphics and statistical programs Ability to interact in a positive and productive manner, and to work efficiently and skillfully with a variety of diverse staff Ability to prioritize work demands, and coordinate research protocols with other staff Organizational skills and careful attention to details to satisfactorily perform job duties requiring procedural steps to be consistent and completed fully and timely Detailed record keeping, cataloging of samples, data entry and statistical analysis, laboratory maintenance, autoclaving and use of sterile techniques Preferred Qualifications: Education: Master's or Bachelor's degree in Biology, Zoology, Animal sciences, immunology or pathology Experience: Has a minimum of 3 years of laboratory experience in molecular/cellular biology, animal, and/or invivo research 3+ years laboratory work performing immunoassays and cell separation techniques Experience in managing labs or research units, training and supervising of students and RA's Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies): Maintaining inventories of laboratory supplies and equipment; experience with geriatic, infant, or immune compromised, and ABSL3 level non-human primates Additional Details: WORKING CONDITIONS: Salary position Work schedule is routinely Monday through Friday (from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM) to start and may shift to a 4-10s schedule after training period. Evening and weekend work may be required by scope of the position Work performed in laboratory setting, with potential risk of exposure to chemicals and ultra-low freezers Work in areas where there is risk of exposure to zoonotic agents through injury, by direct contact with animals (NHP) or their tissues and body fluids, or by contact with equipment contaminated by animals or their tissues and body fluids Work where there is risk of exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals and sanitizing chemicals PHYSICAL DEMANDS & EQUIPMENT USAGE: Must be able to lift and move equipment/items/animals weighing up to 50 lbs Work in a biosafety hood for long periods Physical dexterity to work in areas that may have slippery conditions and ability to minipulate exsisting animal housing Ablity to stand/walk for extended periods of time (4+hours/day) Ability to kneel/lift/reach for short periods of time 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 or .
