Postdoctoral Scholar

The Cohen lab at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) is looking for a creative and ambitious postdoc interested in using their cell biology training to expand our recent discovery of the role of PARPs in immune signaling. A Ph.D. in Cell and/or Cancer Biology or a related field is required. Experience using chemical genetic techniques is desired. 

 

This is a fully funded position. The Cohen lab's wide range of research topics and techniques makes it an excellent interdisciplinary training environment. Our team is highly collaborative and interactive, so excellent written and oral communication skills are highly desired. Postdocs from the Cohen lab have received prestigious fellowships (e.g., American Cancer Society Postdoc Fellowship) and obtained independent academic faculty positions and leadership positions in Biotech.

 

Please apply with a CV, statement of research interest, and contact information for three references. 

• Design and perform experiments related to cell biology, chromatin biology, and imaging of PARPs.
• Data analysis and record keeping: Maintain accurate and detailed records of all experimental procedures, data collection and analysis performed. 
• Report experimental results, present at lab meetings, write manuscripts in preparation for publication, present research findings at scientific conferences.
• Maintain high level of professional expertise through familiarity with current scientific literature. Participate in professional development opportunities.
• As needed, provide guidance and training to others in the lab and/or project. May oversee the work of interns, students and other staff.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor in furtherance of the lab’s research and the university’s missions and goals of teaching, research, patient care, outreach and public service.

• Ph.D. in Cell and/or Cancer Biology or relevant field.

• Ability to communicate effectively, in both written and oral formats. 

• Ability to work both independently and with others in a positive and productive manner. 

• Proficiency with making laboratory solutions and keeping experimental records. 

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. 

• High level of self-motivation and integrity.

• Organizational skills and careful attention to details to satisfactorily perform job duties.

• Ability to prioritize work assignments and cordially coordinate use of research equipment and laboratory space with other staff.

• At least 1 year of relevant research experience in a laboratory setting.
• First-author publications.

Working hours of this position may vary but are mostly Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm, with occasional after hour and weekend work required. Location is the OHSU Marquam Campus in Portland, Oregon. Work is performed in an open lab with a variety of research activity in the general vicinity.

 

We 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. All 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. To request reasonable accommodation, contact askhr@ohsu.edu