Associate Staff Scientist (Lu)

Cincinnati Children's; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's seeks an Associate Staff Scientist for the Lu lab, focusing on groundbreaking research in brain tumor immunology and cancer neuroscience. Ideal candidates will hold a Ph.D. and have experience in relevant biological disciplines. The role offers a collaborative environment, groundbreaking research technologies, and competitive benefits to facilitate groundbreaking discoveries.

Benefits

Medical coverage starting day 1

Competitive retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discount programs

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or MD in related discipline required.
• Strong background in molecular and cellular biology, neurobiology, cancer biology, or computational biology.
• 3 - 5 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute laboratory experiments.
• Draft and edit scientific reports and journal articles.
• Present research findings in various forums.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Innovative approach

Education

Ph.D. in related discipline

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Job Description

Job Description

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
• Second Among All 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 (2024)
• 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)
  
  

Expected Starting Salary Range: - Commensurate with relevant experience

The Lu lab has an opening for self-motivated individuals interested in a postdoctoral position doing cutting-edge research on brain tumorigenesis, tumor immunology, immunotherapy, and cancer neuroscience. Using mouse models, and state-of-the art cancer genomics, single-cell multi-omics, spatial transcriptomics, high-throughput drug and CRISPR/cas9 screens, as well as proton therapy and experimental therapeutics, our investigations delve into both cancer cell intrinsic and extrinsic mechanisms, exploring crucial factors such as oncogenic networks, tumor microenvironment, and immune cells that influence tumor formation, recurrence, and metastasis. Our research has been published in prestigious journals, including Nature (Luo, et al., 2022), Nature Cell Biology (Hu, X., 2022), and Nature Communications (Luo et al., 2023), among others.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, execute, and record laboratory experiments, and analyze the data.
• Research and improve current methods and evaluate innovative techniques. Implement this knowledge in the Division/Department.
• Present research at laboratory meetings, journal clubs, seminars, and meetings.
• Draft, write, and edit scientific reports, papers, journal articles, abstracts, and grants.
• Maintain currency in field through continuing education, literature, and seminars.
• Attend required Cincinnati Children’s training sessions and ensure regulatory compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

For Research Fellow:

REQUIRED

• Ph.D. in related discipline, MD, or equivalent required.
  
  

REQUIRED

For Research Associate:

• PhD
• 3 - 5 years of work experience in a related job discipline
  
  

Candidates who have recently obtained a PhD or MD and possess a strong background in one or more of the following areas are encouraged to apply: molecular and cellular biology, neurobiology, cancer biology, and computational biology. Join us in our mission to advance the understanding and treatment of brain tumors and make a lasting impact on the lives of patients and their families.

REQUIRED SKILLS: Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Demonstrate attention to detail, strong organizational skills, supervisory ability, and an innovative approach to experimental design. Computer literate and working knowledge of software applications (word processing, spreadsheet, and database). Analytical ability sufficient to compare data; mathematical ability sufficient to perform algebraic calculations and statistical analysis. Ability to synthesize information and to create and deal with new situations by applying past experiences. Expressed willingness to teach others and share results. Capable of meeting time demands necessary to execute experiments.

Market Leading Benefits Including*:

• Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment. View employee benefits here.
• Competitive retirement plans
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
• Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs
• Referral bonus program for current staff!
• Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
• Physical and mental health wellness programs
• Relocation assistance available for qualified positions
• Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type
  
  

Primary Location

Location T

Schedule

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Department

Brain Tumor Center

Employee Status

Regular

FTE

1

Weekly Hours

40

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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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