Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Student Worker Job Locations US-OR-Portland Requisition ID 2024-32031 Position Category Student Position Type Regular Part-Time Job Type Student Department SM. Molecular & Medical Genetics Salary Range $15.95 per hour FTE 0.00 Schedule Monday - Friday Hours Flexible (10 - 20 hours per week) HR Mission School of Medicine Drug Testable No Department Overview

The O'Roak lab is focused on using genomic approaches to unlock the genetic basis of neurodevelopmental disorders and related disorders, such as autism and intellectual disability. The long-term goal is to develop early interventions and biologically based personal therapies that can dramatically improve the lives of individuals affected with these disorders.

 

Pay: $15.95 per hour

Function/Duties of Position

Enrolled in or on vacation from or is otherwise registered in Undergraduate Program (minimum 6 credit hours)

Completion of introductory courses in biology and chemistry. 

Previous lab experience through courses or prior positions

Following experimental protocols

Ability to perform basic lab calculations (e.g. dilution and solution calculations)Keeping detailed lab notebookAbility to pay close attention to detailCritical thinking skills (e.g. inference, problem solving, decision-making) Required Qualifications Basic molecular biology techniquesRodent handlingCell cultureCompletion of additional relevant courses such as Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, etc. Additional Details

This is a part-time student worker position within the O’Roak lab, Department of Molecular & Medical Genetics. We anticipate a flexible schedule of 10-20 hours per week. This person will work closely with other lab personnel on projects related to the molecular and cellular basis of autism. Key duties will include mouse genotyping, human cell culture, preparation of reagents, and basic molecular biology. Laboratory is located on OHSU Marquam Hill Campus.

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.