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Our mission is to improve human health and the quality of life through the support of nonhuman primate research programs that advance our knowledge of the causes, preventions, treatments, and cures of debilitating diseases.\nFunction/Duties of Position\nThis individual will be responsible for specific sections of ongoing and newly funded projects using non-human primates in the study of the immune system, immunodeficiencies, infectious diseases, and specific pathogen free non-human primate projects supported by infectious disease research laboratories and the Infectious Disease Resource in the Division of Pathobiology at ONPRC. They may have responsibility for overseeing labs or research units, collecting and processing animal tissues, training and supervising of research assistants (1 and 2), and preparation of written reports and, as applicable, regulatory documentation. They may assist with necropsies and sample collection and processing of terminal tissue samples. They may provide technical and administrative support for principle investigative staff and the pathologists of the Experimental Pathology Unit to ensure terminal endpoints are coordinated and performed efficiently. Coordinate with the veterinary, animal care, surgical, and principle investigative staff to facilitate project expectations, schedules, and progress, and in some cases to facilitate social environmental enrichment of non-human primates. They will also be responsible for various general lab support duties, including maintenance of laboratory supplies and equipment, autoclaving, and disposal of waste.\nSpecialized Area of Responsibility\nAssist with specialized projects and procedures including but not limited to coordination with multiple research groups to help ensure that the thousands of procedures expected each year are appropriately organized and scheduled in ways that allow for them to be successfully performed by IDR and associated collaborating groups.\nCoordinate and execute specialized projects and procedures in ABSL2+ and ABSL3 level work with non-human primates.\nMaintain and execute protocols for gastrointestinal pathogen free and MRSA free colonies.\nPerform antibody infusions, drug infusion, hematology, cell transfers in non-human primates.\nMay provide training and oversight of staff for projects and procedures.\nDevelop written reports, laboratory practices/guidelines, and regulatory documentation as appropriate.\nAssists with acquiring computerized tomography images in non-human primates.\nProvide detailed observation and communication to veterinarians/PIs for obese, highly immunosuppressed, geriatric, and infant macaques.\nPossess general knowledge of research practices and assists others the methodology and laboratory practices.\nAdministration of therapies and medications (oral, IV, IM, or SQ).\nMay perform floubeam, flow cytometry, cell separation and proliferation, and additional benchwork duties as assigned.\nMaintain working knowledge of regulations set forth by the USDA, OLAW, AAALAC, and other agency guidelines that govern research in non-human primates and ensure regulatory compliance.\nTechnical Skills\nPerform a variety of laboratory maintenance including, but not limited to machine maintenance, cleaning instruments, running assays and processing samples, and maintaining an organized workspace.\nAssist with and perform biopsies (LN, BM) and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL) on non-human primates.\nCoordinate scheduling and drug administration for various projects.\nPerform Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) administration.\nCollection and preparation of blood samples, shipping and handling of animal tissues to various support laboratories.\nCollection, data entry, and statistical analysis of data and reporting of research findings in written and oral formats.\nLaboratory Management, Administrative Duties, and Records\nManaging production, supplies, and coordination with research units.\nTraining and supervising of research assistants.\nOrder reagents, supplies and equipment.\nMake reagent solutions; routine equipment maintenance.\nMaintain accurate animal health records.\nParticipate in meetings, facilitate communications, and support teammates within group and associated collaborators.\nData Analysis and Report Preparation\nPrepare reports containing descriptive and analytical data, evaluate data that may be submitted for publication or contribution to grant application(s), progress reports, etc.\nAnalyze and summarize data from ongoing projects and SPF breeding colonies.\nPresent research findings to fellow laboratory staff and researchers in the Division of Pathobiology.\nOther duties as assigned.\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor's in relevant field AND 1 years of relevant experience; OR\nEquivalent combination of training and experience.\nAbility to communicate effectively, including use and meaning of scientific terminology, in both written and oral formats.\nAbility to work both independently and in a small group setting. \nWorking knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word. \nDemonstrated independence and competence to perform data management and analysis of research finding, including use of spreadsheets, graphics and statistical programs.\nAbility to interact in a positive and productive manner, and to work efficiently and skillfully with a variety of diverse staff.\nAbility to prioritize work demands, and coordinate research protocols with other staff. \nOrganizational skills and careful attention to details to satisfactorily perform job duties requiring procedural steps to be consistent and completed fully and timely. \nDetailed record keeping, cataloging of samples, data entry and statistical analysis, laboratory maintenance, autoclaving and use of sterile techniques. \nPreferred Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in Biology, Zoology, Animal sciences, immunology or pathology.\nPreferred current Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) license.\nHas a minimum of 1 year of laboratory experience in molecular/cellular biology, animal, and/or in vivo research.\n\n2 years of laboratory work experience performing immunoassays and cell separation techniques.\n\nExperience in managing labs or research units, training and supervising of students and RA’s.\n\nExperience assisting with necropsy in non-human primates.\n\nExperience administering drugs and medication to non-human primates.\n\nMaintaining inventories of laboratory supplies and equipment.\nExperience with geriatric or immune compromised and ABSL3 with non-human primates.\nAdditional Details\nHourly position. Work schedule is routinely Monday through Friday (from 7:30am-4:00pm) to start, and schedule may shift to a 4-10s schedule (6:30am-5:00pm) after initial training period which may include weekend days. Evening and weekend work may be required by scope of the position; position is eligible for overtime.\nBenefits\nHealthcare for full-time employees covered 100% and 88% for dependents.\n$50K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee.\nTwo separate above market pension plans to choose from.\nPaid time off - 208 hours per year, prorated for part-time.\nExtended illness bank - 64 hours per year, prorated for part-time.\n9 paid holidays per year.\nSubstantial Tri-Met and C-Tran discounts.\nEmployee Assistance Program.\nChildcare service discounts.\nTuition reimbursement.\nEmployee discounts to local and major businesses.\nWorking Conditions Work performed in laboratory setting, with potential risk of exposure to chemicals and ultra-low freezers. Work in areas where there is risk of exposure to zoonotic agents through injury, by direct contact with animals (NHP) or their tissues and body fluids, or by contact with equipment contaminated by animals or their tissues and body fluids. Work where there is risk of exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals and sanitizing chemicals.\nPhysical Demands and Equipment\nMust be able to lift and move equipment/items/animals weighing up to 50 lbs; work in a biosafety hood for long periods; physical dexterity to work in areas that may have slippery conditions and ability to minipulate exsisting animal housing. Ablity to stand/walk for extended periods of time (4+hours/day); ability to kneel/lift/reach for short periods of time.\nWhy apply to OHSU?\nWe are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington.\nAll are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. 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