Research Assistant – Clinical Sleep & Field Research

Oregon Health & Science University; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Oregon Health & Science University in Portland invites a student worker to join the Clinical Physiology and Chronobiology Program. The role centers on human-participant research, including screening, enrolling, coordinating visits, consents, and sample collection.

Under supervision, you will collect and analyze data, perform literature reviews, and ensure study activities run smoothly while maintaining research integrity and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student enrolled for at least 6 credits.
• Must be 18+ to handle blood and saliva samples in the lab.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to be self-motivated, to prioritize effectively and meet deadlines.
• Ability to gather, compile, analyze and maintain information from various sources, including publications and contacts.
• Ability to exercise discretion with sensitive information and to maintain research integrity.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data in lab or field; perform data entry and validation.
• Conduct literature reviews and support research activities.
• Coordinate study visits and assist with enrollment and retention of participants.
• Obtain consents and assist with sample collection (blood and saliva).
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with study protocols.
• Support outreach activities and data collection at field sites.

Skills

MS Office

Organization

Interpersonal communication

Self-motivation

Time management

Data handling

Education

Undergraduate student enrollment (min 6 credits)

Bachelor’s degree in progress (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Oregon Health & Science University in Portland invites a student worker to join the Clinical Physiology and Chronobiology Program. The role centers on human-participant research, including screening, enrolling, coordinating visits, consents, and sample collection.

Under supervision, you will collect and analyze data, perform literature reviews, and ensure study activities run smoothly while maintaining research integrity and confidentiality.