Stryker Corporation
Senior Research Assistant
Location:
US-OR-Portland
Requisition ID:
2026-37567
Position Category:
Research
Job Type:
Research
Position Type:
Regular Full-Time
Posting Department:
Medicine - Infectious Diseases
Posting Salary Range:
$43,388.80 - $65,062.40 per year with offer based on experience, education and internal equity
Posting FTE:
1.00
Posting Schedule:
Monday - Friday
Posting Hours:
8:00am - 5:00pm
HR Mission:
School of Medicine
Drug Testable:
No
Department Overview The Division of Infectious Diseases' mission is to provide expert care for patients with complex infections, conduct innovative research, and provide exceptional education.
The individual filling this position will investigate mechanisms by which the fungal pathogen Coccidioides causes infections, aiming to develop novel treatments. The role involves a multidisciplinary group studying Coccidioides pathogenesis, including secreted proteases and host interactions.
Key responsibilities include biocontainment protocols, fungal culture, gene deletion with CRISPR/Cas9, microscopy, RNA‑seq, genomic DNA isolation, next‑gen sequencing, cell culture, macrophage infections, immunoprecipitations, western blotting, biochemical assays for protease activity, and other duties as assigned. The position offers exposure to molecular skills, genetics, and microscopy in a dynamic research environment, and includes laboratory organization, biosafety level 3 facility duties, and presentation of findings.
Function/Duties of Position
Experimental studies on the pathogenesis of Coccidioides
Laboratory management
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree (4 yr) with major courses relevant to field of research
1–2 years of relevant research experience (molecular biology/cell culture/pathogenesis)
Detailed lab record keeping
Proficient with pipetting, PCR, agarose gel electrophoresis
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑moving environment
Preferred Qualifications
2–3 years of relevant research experience (molecular biology/cell culture/pathogenesis)
Ability to perform PAGE analysis, western blotting, cell culture, mouse husbandry
Additional Details
Work schedule: generally 40 hours per week, 8–5, Monday–Friday; occasional non‑standard hours (nights/weekends) and travel for conferences. Work is primarily in a scientific laboratory, including a BSL3 containment lab.
Requires full workday of laboratory science routinely; some weekends and evenings may be required. Ability to carry/lift up to 40 lbs.; continuous use of computer keyboards and lab equipment; standing/sitting > 6 hours/day; work in BSL3 lab with respirator.
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 Affimative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503‑494‑5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.
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US-OR-Portland
Requisition ID:
2026-37567
Position Category:
Research
Job Type:
Research
Position Type:
Regular Full-Time
Posting Department:
Medicine - Infectious Diseases
Posting Salary Range:
$43,388.80 - $65,062.40 per year with offer based on experience, education and internal equity
Posting FTE:
1.00
Posting Schedule:
Monday - Friday
Posting Hours:
8:00am - 5:00pm
HR Mission:
School of Medicine
Drug Testable:
No
Department Overview The Division of Infectious Diseases' mission is to provide expert care for patients with complex infections, conduct innovative research, and provide exceptional education.
The individual filling this position will investigate mechanisms by which the fungal pathogen Coccidioides causes infections, aiming to develop novel treatments. The role involves a multidisciplinary group studying Coccidioides pathogenesis, including secreted proteases and host interactions.
Key responsibilities include biocontainment protocols, fungal culture, gene deletion with CRISPR/Cas9, microscopy, RNA‑seq, genomic DNA isolation, next‑gen sequencing, cell culture, macrophage infections, immunoprecipitations, western blotting, biochemical assays for protease activity, and other duties as assigned. The position offers exposure to molecular skills, genetics, and microscopy in a dynamic research environment, and includes laboratory organization, biosafety level 3 facility duties, and presentation of findings.
Function/Duties of Position
Experimental studies on the pathogenesis of Coccidioides
Laboratory management
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree (4 yr) with major courses relevant to field of research
1–2 years of relevant research experience (molecular biology/cell culture/pathogenesis)
Detailed lab record keeping
Proficient with pipetting, PCR, agarose gel electrophoresis
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑moving environment
Preferred Qualifications
2–3 years of relevant research experience (molecular biology/cell culture/pathogenesis)
Ability to perform PAGE analysis, western blotting, cell culture, mouse husbandry
Additional Details
Work schedule: generally 40 hours per week, 8–5, Monday–Friday; occasional non‑standard hours (nights/weekends) and travel for conferences. Work is primarily in a scientific laboratory, including a BSL3 containment lab.
Requires full workday of laboratory science routinely; some weekends and evenings may be required. Ability to carry/lift up to 40 lbs.; continuous use of computer keyboards and lab equipment; standing/sitting > 6 hours/day; work in BSL3 lab with respirator.
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 Affimative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503‑494‑5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.
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