The Faculty Research Assistant will join the Taratula Lab and study the central nervous system mechanisms of involuntary weight loss and wasting (cachexia) during the development of cancer. The project work involves the use of invitro and murine models to understand the impact of peripheral cancers on autonomic nervous system function in the periphery. This project also has an associated clinical trial that will provide samples and data to confirm the basic hypotheses generated in the preclinical work. The Faculty Research Assistant will work on this NIH-funded study and will define mechanisms of autonomic nervous system plasticity in the setting of chronic stress and inflammation. The incumbent will also test novel therapeutics to address this debilitating condition. The Faculty Research Assistant will maintain organized research records and will prepare/contribute to published works. * Bachelor's degree in cell biology, molecular biology, or neuroscience. * Strong dedication to rigorous science and scientific ethics. * Experience with common molecular staining and cloning techniques * Ability to work with complex mouse models. * Ability to communicate effectively with the lab team and lab PI. * Experience using MS Excel and MS Word * Excellent communication and organizational skill https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/145691 Josefine Fleetwood (She/Her), Employer Relations Manager Oregon State University | College of Engineering School of Chemical, Biological and Environmental Engineering School of Nuclear Science and Engineering Department of Biological and Ecological Engineering 116 Johnson Hall - Room 112 541-737-7286 Josefine.fleetwood@oregonstate.edu<mailto:Josefine.fleetwood@oregonstate.edu>