Research Technician

As you take your first step onto a Western University of Health Sciences campus, each path, each person, each structure comes with a transformative story. Western

U is more than the practice of medicine. We are defined by character and culture. At Western

U, you will discover humanism at the heart of every interaction: a warm welcome, a sincere smile, a positive word, a kind deed, a thoughtful gesture. You will see students work together on case studies; a parade of pets in campus parks; student clubs offering opportunities for career growth and community involvement; and faculty, staff and students designing their future and the future of Western

U. We display a collaborative mindset in how we operate, educate, and serve others. Although geographically we are two campuses, as humanists we are one: to enhance and extend the quality of life in our communities and achieve excellence in everything we do. We attract diverse, professional faculty, staff and students that thrive in an environment of humanistic health care education.

Join our team of faculty and staff and make a difference.

Research Technician

FW0768

Part-time

1480-COMP Northwest Campus

Western University Campus-Lebanon, OR

To provide research experience in the fields of infectious disease, molecular biology, and/or bioinformatics. Employee will assist the PI and her team in federally funded research and may take on an independent research project.

• Familiar with basic laboratory technique and safety.
• Excellent organizational and note taking skills.
• Demonstrate a commitment to working for an organization that values and promotes humanism.

• Work study eligible student in good standing at COMP
  -Northwest.

• Interest in gaining laboratory research experience.

• Assist with experimental design and preparation.
• Assist with data interpretation and analysis.
• Assist with maintenance of snail breeding colonies.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and clean working environment.

• 1-10 hours per week

We believe in making an impact in the lives of our employees, personally, and professionally. Every employee has different individual and/or family needs. We offer benefits that are both comprehensive and flexible to address your unique needs. We believe work-life harmony is positive and achievable. We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits. Our faculty, staff, and administrators are 100% focused on student success.

Our University culture creates the context for a nurturing and supportive environment. Faculty, staff, and students can expect to make deep, personal relationships within the University community. As a Faculty, Staff, or Student at Western

U, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences. Western

U’s core value of humanism encourages all to bring their whole self in all that they do. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, equity, collaboration, and fun at all levels for all people!

Do the essential functions of this job require lifting? Yes. If yes, list maximum weight and duration:
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties of the position are normally performed in a typical laboratory setting. While performing the duties in this setting the employee is regularly exposed to disinfectants and other toxic or caustic chemicals, lab animal allergens, occasionally exposed to moving heavy pieces of equipment (racks, hoods), and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in this setting is usually moderate.

Posting Number: FWS
00451

Posting Date: 11/04/2025

Close Date: 11/04/2026

Open Until Filled:
Yes

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Additional Applicant Document

• * This position is located in Lebanon, Oregon. Are you willing and able to work from this campus location?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Please provide the name of the website, individual, or organization.

  (Open Ended Question)