Postdoctoral Researcher - Oregon Health & Science University

Department Overview:

At the Sleep, Chronobiology, and Health Laboratory within OHSU's School of Nursing, we perform research and innovation to improve the lives of all individuals through biomedical research. The appointee shall provide services as assigned by the supervisor in furtherance of the university's missions and goals of teaching, research, patient care, outreach and public service.

 

The Postdoctoral Scholar appointment is a full-time, career-development position performing and assisting with research under the supervision of a faculty member. The postdoctoral scholar shall receive advanced training to enhance the professional skills and research independence needed to pursue their chosen career path. The postdoctoral scholar is expected to participate in activities that further training and support the development of skills critical to pursue careers under the mentorship of the supervising faculty member.

Function/Duties of Position:

The successful candidate will work as Project Leader on a variety of projects under the direction of Andrew W McHill, PhD, Assistant Professor and Director of the Sleep, Chronobiology, and Health Laboratory within the OHSU School of Nursing. The Postdoctoral fellow will work on research that is aimed at understanding the effects of disturbed sleep and circadian rhythms on physiology and pathophysiology in humans. In particular, we are investigating the adverse health effects of short and disrupted sleeping patterns, food choice, shift work, and the mechanisms underlying the adverse health of performing activities during the night. These studies will lead to interventions designed to improve the health, safety and well-being of shift-workers and vulnerable populations.

 

Primary duties will include data collection and management, developing scientific ideas, writing grant applications and manuscripts, and supervision of research staff. The successful candidate will be proficient in project management and independently monitoring study operations, budget management and managing human subjects IRB protocols and modifications. Shift work and weekend work (including night-time data collection) is expected. Additional duties can include overseeing and managing research equipment, materials, and logistics (with the assistance of research staff).

 

Experience with making measurements in human physiology, data analysis, and overseeing research studies is required. Experience with circadian, sleep, or nutritional studies, measurement of cardiovascular and metabolic variables, accelerometry, and experience with longitudinal data are desirable.

To apply please use OHSU iRecruitment to upload a letter of application, Curriculum Vitae/Resume, contact information for three academic/professional references, and a published paper.

Required Qualifications:

Education

• PhD/ MD degree with relevant training in Human physiology and clinical research.

Experience

• Human physiology and clinical research.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a small group setting.
• Ability to interact in a positive and productive manner with a diverse lab community.

Compliance

• Code of conduct
• Respect in the workplace
• Applicable policies, procedures and agreements related to position, department or OHSU as a whole

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience and expertise in human cardiometabolic physiology.
• Experience with advanced statistics.
• Experience managing or coordinating a multi-year research project.
• Topical knowledge or expertise in sleep, circadian, and/or nutritional science.
• Ability to be self-motivated, to prioritize effectively and achieve deadlines.
• Ability to work overnight hours and occasional weekends for data collection.
• Highly motivated and responsible.
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.

All are welcome:Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.