Associate Staff Scientist (Intestinal Organoids)

Ispn Psych; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Professional development opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Ispn Psych at Cincinnati Children’s is seeking an Associate Staff Scientist specializing in intestinal organoids research. Candidates must hold a PhD and have 3+ years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include designing laboratory experiments, managing budgets, and supervising staff.

This full-time position offers a chance to improve children's health through scientific research in a recognized top-10 children's hospital. Join a team committed to innovation and excellence!

Qualifications

• 3+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.
• Extensive prior experience with iPSCs and iPSC derived human intestinal organoids.
• Ability to design and conduct laboratory experiments.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute and record laboratory experiments.
• Draft, write and edit scientific reports and articles.
• Train and supervise the work of other laboratory personnel.

Skills

Stem cell biology

Research protocols

Data analysis

Team leadership

Budget management

Education

PhD

Job description

## Assoc Staff Scientist (Intestinal Organoids)Applylocations: Burnet Campustime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR221337The CuSTOM Accelerator Lab at Cincinnati Children’s is seeking a stem cell biologist with extensive prior experience with iPSCs and iPSC derived human intestinal organoids.**JOB RESPONSIBILITIES*** **Conduct Research -**Design, execute and record laboratory experiments; apply standard scientific/research protocols to experiments, research and improve current methods and evaluate innovative techniques. Design and perform experiments and record data according to research protocol. Independently reproduce, evaluate, research and improve techniques currently used. Adapt new methods to existing procedures and modify current experiments through scientific knowledge and intuition. Maintain accurate and detailed records of all laboratory work and experiments. Develop, set-up and verify new procedures in the laboratory. Standardize and establish new published procedures; evaluate innovative techniques. Develop new assays and new protocols; design formats. Discuss relevant insights about experimental results with Director and provide useful recommendations and analysis. Troubleshoot and correct erroneous results or problems with laboratory equipment. Maintain and repair equipment; monitor proper use by personnel. Maintain optimal protocol and assay accuracy by conducting regular quality and reproducibility checks. Demonstrate performance at work, consistency in carrying out instructions, accuracy & attention to detail, achieving expected results & continuous improvement.* **Publish -**Draft, write and edit scientific reports, papers, journal articles and abstracts. Present at local, national and international scientific meetings.* **Teamwork -**Train and supervise the work of other laboratory personnel as appropriate. Maintain an integral role in the laboratory's meetings, presentations and publications. Present information on research and laboratory work to others at laboratory meetings, journal clubs and seminars. Demonstrate attendance and punctuality, ability to work independently & display initiative and dedication* **Financial Management -**Assist in preparing, writing and maintaining fiscal budget. Monitor expenditures and prepare capital expenditure requests. Prepare, approve and initiate check requests; track funding, maintain accurate balance and resolve any discrepancies.* **Leadership -**May act as a mentor to more junior staff, serve as the contact for resolution of complex issues, provide education, guidance and work direction. May provide input and feedback to managers on hiring decisions, professional development and performance management.**JOB QUALIFICATIONS*** PhD* 3+ years of work experience in a related job discipline**Primary Location**Location S**Schedule**Full time**Shift**Day (United States of America)**Department**CuSTOM Program**Employee Status**Regular**FTE**1**Weekly Hours**40**About Us**At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.**Cincinnati Children's is:*** Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a **top 10****best Children's Hospitals in the nation** for more than 15 years* Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for **National Institutes of Health (NIH)** Funding* Recognized as one of **America’s Best Large Employers** (2025)**,** **America’s Best Employers for New Grads** (2025)* One of the nation's **America’s Most Innovative Companies** as noted by Fortune* Consistently certified as **great place to work*** A **Leading Disability Employer** as noted by the **National Organization on Disability*** Magnet designated for the fourth consecutive time by the **American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)** We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.*Comprehensive job description provided upon request.**Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability*Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability**Completion of Application**You will be asked to fully complete each page of the application to the best of your knowledge. Failure to complete all parts of the application will result in a delay in processing and/or rejection of the application.**Need Assistance or Accommodation?****Assistance with Application:**For assistance or technical support, email [e-mail].**Accommodation:**We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.If you require an accommodation in the application process, email [e-mail].