Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Clinical Research Assistant 2 Job Locations US-OR-Portland Requisition ID 2025-32914 Position Category Research Position Type Regular Full-Time Job Type Research Department Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences Salary Range $39,333 - $59,010 FTE 1.00 Schedule Monday - Friday, occasional weekends Hours Days, occasional evenings/nights HR Mission Research Drug Testable Yes Department Overview

The Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences is an independent research institute within OHSU that is dedicated to health and safety in the workplace. The Institute receives its base funding from the Oregon Workers’ Compensation Fund and leverages this base funding to secure federal government grants in basic, clinical, and applied research. We perform biomedical/occupational research and innovation for a healthy workforce, aimed at promoting health and reducing disease and disability among workers across the nation, particularly in Oregon.

 

The Clinical Physiology and Chronobiology Program (CPCP) within the Institute specializes in clinical research on the effects of sleep and circadian rhythms on physiology and pathophysiology in humans.

 

Function/Duties of Position

The clinical research assistant 2 will work on various projects under the direction of Dr. Saurabh Thosar (PI), with immediate supervision by his senior research staff. whose research is aimed at understanding the effects of different physiological stressors (e.g., sedentary behavior, shift work) on the human physiology. Specifically, this research is interested in identifying mechanisms that increase cardiovascular risk in vulnerable people and to identify sustainable countermeasures.

 

Responsibilities include assisting with research projects in human volunteers, recruiting and enrolling volunteer study participants, screening volunteer research participants, and collecting data using a variety of noninvasive physiological monitoring devices (e.g., EKG, ultrasound vascular measurements, blood pressure, breathing, sleep, core body temperature). The clinical research assistant 2 will be responsible for data analysis, assisting with literature searches, preparing posters/presentations, and assisting with grant writing. This position will also carry out administrative tasks (e.g., preparing and submitting IRB documents) as needed.

Assisting with several multi-day and overnight studies involving measurements of vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, height, weight, etc.), vascular imaging (ultrasound), and sleep monitoring (electroencephalogram, actigraphy). Recruiting, screening, and enrolling study participants. Compiling and analyzing study data. Submitting documents to OHSU’s IRB and carrying out administrative tasks. Assisting with literature searches, preparing posters/presentations, and assisting with grant writing. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field OR

Associates degree AND 2 years relevant experience OR

3 years relevant experience OR

Equivalent combination of training & experience 

Knowledge of Microsoft Office programsGood organizational skills and ability to manage multiple prioritiesExcellent interpersonal communication skillsDiscretion when dealing with issues of a sensitive nature to maintain participant confidentialityIntegrity in regards to interactions with others and in performing researchAbility to gather, compile, analyze and maintain, in a range of formats, information from a variety of sources, including research publications, web sources, and internal and external contactsAbility to work periodic overnight and weekend hours while monitoring research participants Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree, preferably in human physiologyExperience in clinical research, especially related to human-subjects researchSpecialized experience in circadian rhythm or sleep researchSpecialized experience with computer programing and/or digital mediaExperience working effectively with racially and ethnically diverse populationsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work both independently and in a small group settingAbility to interact in a positive and productive manner with a diverse lab communityAbility to be self-motivated, prioritize effectively, and achieve deadlines Additional Details

Requires ongoing on-site work and may require travel. Some teleworking (no more than one day per week) may be negotiated. This position will regularly include evening, overnight, and weekend shifts, as well as interacting with research participants.

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 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.