Assistant Staff Scientist at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, Oregon

Job Description:

Oregon Health & Science University

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.


Assistant Staff Scientist

US-OR-Portland

Job ID: 2024-32554
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Research
Portland, OR (Waterfront)

Overview

• Cell culture & mouse xenograft implantation
• Rodent handling, macroscopic fluorescence imaging & tissue resections
• Scanning fluorescence microscopy & image analysis
• Attendance and presentation at lab meetings, contributions to publications as requested (writing, figures, data), contributions to applications for funding as requested (writing, figures, data)

Responsibilities

• Doctoral degree in relevant field and minimum of 3 years of relevant post-doctoral or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant post-doctoral level work experience.
• PhD in Biomedical Engineering or a related field, with a strong emphasis on imaging, bioengineering, or translational research.
• Strong experience in molecular imaging, with a focus on fluorescence-guided surgery applications, including imaging setup, probe administration, and data analysis.
• Demonstrated experience with molecular imaging technologies, including preclinical imaging systems and the development or use of contrast agents relevant to fluorescence-guided interventions.
• Ability to design and implement experimental protocols involving animal models, cell culture, and imaging.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective documentation of research, manuscript preparation, and data presentation.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary research team to achieve project milestones.
• Proven problem-solving skills for troubleshooting challenges in the research setting, with an adaptive approach to optimize research outcomes.

Qualifications

• PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Biomedical Science, or similar discipline.

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