Lab Associate Jobs in Eugene, OR (NOW HIRING)

Department: Knight Campus
Rank: Research Assistant, Research Associate, Research Engineer
Annual Basis: 12 Month

Applications will be reviewed as needs arise

Along with your online application, please upload your current CV

The Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact is an ambitious initiative designed to fast-track scientific discoveries into innovations that improve the quality of life for people in Oregon, the nation, and the world. The campus creates the intellectual infrastructure to establish Oregon as a center for both research and development, making Oregon a place where companies can start up and grow. The Knight Campus is reshaping the higher education landscape in Oregon by training the next generations of scientists, forging tighter ties with industry and entrepreneurs, and creating new educational opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students.

The Knight Campus is seeking qualified applicants for its open research pool. Open positions may include research assistants, research associates, and research engineers. Research assistants conduct research under the direction of a Principal Investigator; research associates and research engineers conduct research with only general guidance. Research Engineer duties include technical expertise and providing technical support for equipment &/or facilities.
We encourage you to apply if you have experience in scientific disciplines including bioengineering, neuroengineering, engineering, human physiology, applied chemistry, applied physics, and biology, or closely related fields. Successful candidates will have the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students from a variety of diverse backgrounds.
Positions are funding contingent research appointments.

Research Assistant
a Bachelor's or Master's degree in bioengineering, biochemistry, biology, biophysics, human physiology, physics, chemistry, chemical engineering or related disciplines
Research Associate and Research Engineer
a terminal degree by the start of the position with relevant professional experience in a research lab

Analytic skills
Research and laboratory skills
Organizational skills
Strong team ethic
Attention to detail
Effective Communication

Strong academic record

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

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