Research Assistant-Lab Manager
Department
The Institute of Molecular Biology (IMB) is a research institute that reports to the Vice President for Research and Innovation.
Position Summary
The research assistant will work on instrumentation, microscopy, and microbiology, and will lead efforts to design, construct, and assess new imaging-based technologies. The research assistant will also serve as a lab manager, overseeing stocks of supplies and materials.
The research assistant will have considerable autonomy and will be expected to develop new approaches to create robust, high-precision instrumentation on their own. It is expected that these approaches will lead to new experiments, data analysis challenges, and publications which the research assistant will play a major role in. The research assistant will also, as lab manager, help to maintain the smooth operation of the lab, overseeing inventories of supplies and materials and coordinating purchases as needed. The laboratory will offer the opportunity to work at the forefront of biophysics, learn cutting-edge instrumentation and quantitative analysis techniques, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary group of physicists and biologists.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in physics, biology, bioengineering, or a similar field.
- Prior experience in a research laboratory or other non-classroom scientific environment.
Professional Competencies
- Expertise with lab instrumentation.
- Ability to adapt protocols, troubleshoot experiments, and optimize new biophysical techniques.
- Proficiency with analysis software, statistical methods, and ensuring reproducibility.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with at least one of the following is preferred: computer programming, microbiology, electronics, mechanical engineering, and microscopy.
Benefits
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website.
About the Role
The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in physics, biology, bioengineering, or a similar field.
- Prior experience in a research laboratory or other non-classroom scientific environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with at least one of the following is preferred: computer programming, microbiology, electronics, mechanical engineering, and microscopy.