Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Postdoctoral Scholar Job Locations US-OR-Portland Requisition ID 2024-32152 Position Category Postdoctoral Position Type Regular Full-Time Job Type Postdoctoral Department Vollum Institute - Freeman Lab Salary Range Commensurate with education and experience per the PWU Scale FTE 1.00 Schedule Standard laboratory work, M-F 9-5 flexible with some evenings/weekends as experiments demand Hours Standard laboratory work, M-F 9-5 flexible with some evenings/weekends as experiments demand HR Mission Research Drug Testable No Department Overview

The Vollum Institute is a privately endowed research institute at Oregon Health & Science University dedicated to basic research that will lead to new treatments for neurological and psychiatric diseases. Vollum scientists have broad-ranging interests that coalesce around molecular neurobiology and cellular physiology. Their work has transformed the field of neuroscience and, in particular, have provided important advances in the study of synaptic transmission, neuronal development, neurotransmitter transporters, ion channels and the neurobiology of disease.

Function/Duties of Position Planning, executing, and analyzing experiments for independent research project(s) using genetic, molecular, cellular, and live imaging approaches.Manuscript preparation for individual projects and assisting other lab members with manuscripts as needed.Assisting the PI and other lab members with grant application (data acquisition, writing assistance, editing) as needed.Traveling to national and international meetings to present on findings.Helping to mentor and train junior members of the laboratory. Required Qualifications Ph.D. in relevant field of study.2-3 years of experience in relevant research field.Knowledge and experience with genetic, molecular and cellular techniques. Preferred Qualifications Direct experience in studies of axon degeneration.Live cell imaging experience and work with drosophila, mice and human cell lines. 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.