Department: Knight Campus
Rank: Research Assistant
Annual Basis: 12 Month
Review of Applications Begins
July 27, 2023; position open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Along with your online application, please submit a cv and cover letter.
Department Summary
The Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact is a billion-dollar initiative designed to fast-track scientific discoveries and the process of turning those discoveries into innovations that improve the quality of life for people in Oregon, the nation, and beyond. The Knight Campus will reshape the higher education landscape in Oregon by training the next generations of scientists, forging tighter ties with industry and entrepreneurs, and creating new educational opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students.
Position Summary
The Department of Bioengineering is seeking applicants for a yearlong basic/translational research position in the field of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine for musculoskeletal applications.
In this position, the candidate will work on current research projects in the Willett Regenerative Labs: http://www.willett-regenerative-labs.com/
These projects include the development and testing of therapeutics for osteoarthritis and other musculoskeletal disorders; investigating novel treatment compounds, among other projects. As a part of this position, the candidate will be able to develop their own project, with support provided to prepare a journal publication, poster, or presentation. There will also be opportunities for protocol development, preparing IRBs, and grant submission. The candidate will also have the opportunity to shadow clinical collaborators at Emory and the Atlanta VA Medical Center, gain exposure to clinical research, and explore opportunities for career development.
Interested candidates should have prior research experience, preferably in a biosciences-related field, be familiar with common laboratory techniques, be able to work independently, have excellent communication skills, and be comfortable reviewing scientific literature. Candidates should also know basic software (Office, Acrobat, etc). Programming experience and familiarity with MATLAB, LabVIEW, and other similar software is beneficial but not required.
Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in bioengineering, biochemistry, biology, biophysics, physics, chemistry, chemical engineering, or related disciplines
• One year of work experience (or graduate school experience) in a research laboratory
Professional Competencies
• Ability to carry out and troubleshoot laboratory protocols
• Ability to communicate effectively, in both written and interpersonal formats
• Ability to work both independently, in a small group setting, and one-on-one with students, other staff, and collaborators in a positive and productive manner
• Excellent organizational skills and careful attention to details
• High level of self-motivation and integrity
Preferred Qualifications
Research experience related to molecular biology, cell and tissue culture, animal research, biomedical engineering, biomechanics, or material science
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits.
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