Research Associate

Job Title : Research Associate

Reports To : Charles Meshul

Job Status : Limited Duration, Part Time, Non-Exempt

Pay Rate : $35.00 per hour

Work Location : On Site

SUMMARY

The purpose of this position is to carry out light and transmission electron microscopic immunohistochemistry and protein analysis on rodent brain tissue.

This is a Limited Duration, Part-Time position (10-15 hours / week) and is expected to last for 9 months, with an anticipated starting date in December.

ESSE NTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process brain tissue for light and (transmission) electron microscopic analysis, including :

Processing tissue in a Biowave

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Because this position is based in a VA facility, the successful candidate must secure a VA Without Compensation Appointment (WOC) prior to starting work, and must maintain a WOC Appointment in order to continue employment.

Portland VA Research Foundation is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status such as race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or age.

Portland VA Research Foundation uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.

All PVARF employees are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 within 8 weeks of hire, unless medically exempt. Employees will be required to provide either proof of vaccination or an approved medical exemption prior to beginning work.

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