Postdoctoral Scholar

Job Listing ID:

4477373

Job Title:

Postdoctoral Scholar Application Deadline:

Open Until Filled

Job Location:

Portland

Date Posted:

04/22/2026

Hours Worked Per Week:

40

Shift:

Day Shift Duration of Job:

Either Full or Part Time, more than 6 months You may contact this employer directly. (Obtain the contact information to print or add to your jobs.)

Job Summary:

Postdoctoral Scholar US-OR-Portland Requisition ID:

2025-37003

Position Category:

Postdoctoral

Job Type:

Postdoctoral

Position Type:

Regular Full-Time

Posting Department:

SM. Molecular & Medical Genetics

Posting Salary Range:

$66,932•$81,282 per year, with offer based on experience, education and internal equity

Posting FTE:

1.00

Posting Schedule:

Monday•Friday, occasional weekends

Posting Hours:

Variable, 8:00am•5:00pm, occasional evenings

HR Mission:

School of Medicine

Drug Testable:

No Department Overview A Postdoctoral Scholar position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Brian J. O'Roak in the Department of Molecular & Medical Genetics (MMG) at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU). The O'Roak Lab investigates how mutations in key autism risk genes, particularly transcription factors, disrupt neurodevelopmental processes. The position offers the opportunity to apply cutting-edge developmental neuroscience, genomic, and physiological approaches to understand how these mutations alter molecular, cellular, synaptic, and circuit-level functions. Candidates may employ human induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cell-derived neural models, in vivo rodent models, or integrative approaches spanning both systems. Function/Duties of Position Participate in lab work and research projects as assigned. Develop innovative research projects and tools. Prepare results for publications, presentations, database, and grant submissions. Attend and present technical status reports at group meetings. Assists in the daily operation of the lab including hazardous waste disposal, sterilization of equipment, cleaning glassware, general servicing of equipment and ordering lab supplies, and preparation of media and buffers. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications PhD degree in neuroscience, cell/molecular biology, genetics or related field. A strong interest in developmental neuroscience. A demonstrated ability to work independently and learn new techniques quickly. Candidates must be well organized, self-motivated and dependable. Excellent communication skills with the ability to plan, document, analyze and report data. Preferred Qualifications Preferred experiences include, characterizing rodent models, iPS cell work, neuronal culture, analyzing•omics datasets, and expertise in microscopy. Additional Details Computer & laboratory bench work. Work with human cell lines. Work flexibility depending on experiment requirements. Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protect Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

PI283976880

Job Classification:

Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists Access our statewide or regional occupation report for more information about wages, employment outlooks, skills, training programs, related occupations, and more. Compensation

Salary:

Not Provided Job Requirements

Experience Required:

 At least 1 year

Education Required:

High School Diploma/GED

Minimum Age:

N/A Gender:

N/A