--- title: Research Technician description: Western University of Health Sciences is hiring for the Research Technician role in Lebanon, OR. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/research-technician-at-western-university-of-health-sciences-01a16eb5-d566-7f26-8cbd-c4fad0f0c8d1 date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Western University of Health Sciences as Research Technician in Lebanon, OR. Pays $17 per hour. Part-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/0ufkbz.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Western University of Health Sciences | | **Location** | Lebanon, OR | | **Salary** | $17/hr | | **Type** | Part Time | | **Posted** | Oct 30, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** Western University of Health Sciences sponsors H-1B visas. It filed 8 H-1B petitions (FY2026 Q1 – FY2026 Q4). - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Western University of Health Sciences. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $41,000 – $50,000 a year (median $45,000). ## Description About WesternU 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. WesternU is more than the practice of medicine. We are defined by character and culture. At WesternU, 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 WesternU. 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. Posting Details | Position Title | Research Technician | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Position Control Number | FW0768 | | Type of Position | Federal Work Study | | Position Status | Part-time | | Department | 1480-HCOM Site Dean | | Campus | Western University Campus-Lebanon, OR | | Position Location | Oregon | | Job Summary | 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. | | Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Individuals must possess the knowledge, as well as the following skills and abilities or be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. Familiar with basic laboratory technique and safety. Excellent organizational and notetaking skills. Good communication skills. Demonstrate a commitment to working for an organization that values and promotes humanism. | | Required Qualifications | Work study eligible student in good standing at COMP-Northwest. | | Preferred Qualifications | Interest in gaining laboratory research experience. | Essential Job Duties | Key Responsibilities | Assist with experimental design and preparation. | | -------------------- | ------------------------------------------------ | | Key Responsibilities | Assist with data interpretation and analysis. | | -------------------- | --------------------------------------------- | | Key Responsibilities | Assist with maintenance of snail breeding colonies. | | -------------------- | --------------------------------------------------- | | Key Responsibilities | Assist in maintaining a safe and clean working environment. | | -------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------- | Posting Details Continued | Work Schedule | 1-10 hours per week | | ------------- | ------------------- | Working at WesternU 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. Additionally, • 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 WesternU, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences. • WesternU’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! 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