Faculty Research Assistant (Pharmacy)

Oregon State University College of Pharmacy

Corvallis (OR)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life

Free mental health services

Retirement savings

Paid leave including holidays and vacation

Tuition reduction for dependents

Job summary

Oregon State University's College of Pharmacy is seeking a Faculty Research Assistant to join a NIH-funded research project. This role involves conducting vital research on the impacts of cancer on the autonomic nervous system and requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, alongside strong skills in molecular techniques and communication.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required.
Experience with molecular techniques preferred.
Strong communication and organizational skills necessary.

Responsibilities

Conduct research on autonomic nervous system plasticity.
Design and execute experiments for cancer cachexia study.
Prepare data for reports and publications.

Skills

Molecular staining

Cloning techniques

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in cell biology, molecular biology, or neuroscience

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

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Base pay range

$42,000.00/yr - $55,000.00/yr

Oregon State University's College of Pharmacy invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term, Faculty Research Assistant position. This position is located in Portland, Oregon.

The Faculty Research Assistant will join the Taratula Lab and study the central nervous system mechanisms of involuntary weight loss and wasting (cachexia) during the development of cancer. The project work involves the use of invitro and murine models to understand the impact of peripheral cancers on autonomic nervous system function in the periphery. This project also has an associated clinical trial that will provide samples and data to confirm the basic hypotheses generated in the preclinical work. The Faculty Research Assistant will work on this NIH-funded study and will define mechanisms of autonomic nervous system plasticity in the setting of chronic stress and inflammation. The incumbent will also test novel therapeutics to address this debilitating condition. The Faculty Research Assistant will maintain organized research records and will prepare/contribute to published works.

Position Duties

80% – Research

Conduct research to define the mechanisms of autonomic nervous system plasticity in the setting of chronic stress and inflammation.
Test novel therapeutics
Design and execute experiments to support project work
Interpret analytical data regarding the performance of nanomedicine in animal cancer cachexia models.

20% Publications/Science Communication

Prepare data for and contribute to reports and peer-reviewed scientific publications
Present research at conferences, symposiums, and other professional events

Minimum/Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in cell biology, molecular biology, or neuroscience.
Strong dedication to rigorous science and scientific ethics.
Experience with common molecular staining and cloning techniques
Ability to work with complex mouse models.
Ability to communicate effectively with the lab team and lab PI.
Experience using MS Excel and MS Word
Excellent communication and organizational skills.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience using models and husbandry.
Ability to use modern programs to manipulate next generation genomic data.
Experience using model organisms to study cell and developmental biology

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS:

•Top 1.4% university in the world

•More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined

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•2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties

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•100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates

•35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color

•217k+ alumni worldwide

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Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers acomprehensive benefits packagewith benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

•Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.

•Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.

•Retirement savings paid by the university.

•A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.

•Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.

•Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

•Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Future and current OSU employees can use theBenefits Calculatorto learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.

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