Research Assistant 2 at Oregon Health & Science University – Portland, Oregon

Research Assistant 2

US-OR-Portland

Requisition ID: 2026-37641
Position Category: Research
Job Type: Research
Position Type: Regular Full-Time
Posting Department: Casey Eye Institute, Department of Ophthalmology
Posting Salary Range: $18.91-$28.37/hour, depending on education and experience.
Posting FTE: 1.00
Posting Schedule: Schedule to be determined by manager.
HR Mission: School of Medicine
Drug Testable: No

Department Overview

OHSU Casey Eye Institute is a premier academic medical center providing eye care for adults and children in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. We treat eye conditions from the most straightforward to the most complex and offer expert care in all ophthalmology specialties.

Since 1945, OHSU Casey Eye Institute doctors and vision scientists have worked side by side to discover the causes of eye disease and find new treatments. Bringing research and patient care together helps us turn possibilities into realities OHSU Casey Eye Institute is a "High Performing" eye hospital, which means we are ranked in the top 10 percent nationally by U.S. News & World Report.

This is a full-time position within the Ocular Immunology lab. The Ocular Immunology Laboratory at Casey Eye Institute offers retinal autoantibody tests for cancer-associated retinopathy, melanoma-associated retinopathy, autoimmune retinopathy and optic neuropathy. Duties include receiving specimens and accessioning samples, tissue processing for histology, cryosectioning, immunohistochemistry, and immunofluorescence, and performance of western blotting and ELISA for clinical studies.

Pay Range: $18.91 - $28.37 per hour, Commensurate with Experience

Function/Duties of Position

Preparation of protein extraction, performance of SDS-PAGE, electrotransfer of proteins, blot preparation, Western blotting for clinical studies, and preparation of reports

Tissue processing for histology, cryosectioning, immunohistochemistry, performing tissue staining with autoantibodies, use of bright field microscopes.

Receiving specimens, accessioning samples, entering information into the electronic database, phone contact with clinical offices, keeping track of patients' specimens and payments.

Coordinating general lab activities in a precise and reliable manner, ordering supplies and equipment using Oracle system, maintaining inventories, preparing biochemical solutions and reagents, and keeping complete and accurate records.

Additional duties as assigned by principal investigator

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's in relevant field OR

Associate's AND 3 years of relevant experience OR

4 years of relevant experience OR

Equivalent combination of training and experience

Requires meticulous organizational skills, strong communication skills with the public as well as physicians/researchers, exceptional database management abilities, ability to work independently and multi-task, and work well with team members. Working knowledge of computer software to include Excel, Word, Power Point and Photoshop is helpful.

Demonstrated evidence of strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage competing priorities. Ability to meet deadlines and urgent patient and system needs. Ability to work independently; willingness to serve as a positive and professional role model. Must have demonstrated record of reliable attendance, punctuality and proven successful performance in past and present.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with protein preparation and analysis by western blotting and immunocytochemistry.

Additional Details

This position is primarily located in a laboratory environment, and will have exposure to human tissue samples and specimens. Must be able to travel between locations using stairs, elevators and tram. OHSU encourages use of public transportation for commuting to and from work due to limited staff parking.

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.