Asthma Research Assistant: Genomics & Lab Data

Children's Hospital Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's is seeking a Research Assistant to join a collaborative lab studying genetic and environmental factors in asthma and airway diseases. The role involves conducting mouse and cell-based experiments, data analysis, and supporting laboratory operations.

The position includes responsibilities across experiments, data management, and facility support in a busy research setting, with opportunities to train students and contribute to methodological improvements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent AND 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline OR
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
• Bachelor's degree in a related field AND 1 year of directly related experience OR Master's degree in a related field

Responsibilities

• Perform experiments and record data - Follow research protocol. Maintain accurate and detailed records of all laboratory work and experiments. Analyze data; perform statistical and graphical analysis of data. Design and execute daily laboratory experiments in coordination with senior laboratory personnel. Reproduces and evaluates techniques and results for accuracy. Apply standard protocols to specific experiments, research and improve current methods, and evaluate innovative techniques. Assists in training students and new/junior laboratory personnel in laboratory techniques and equipment operation.
• Customer Service - Maintain/manage strong working relationships with clients, colleagues, and other key stakeholders. Respond to requests quickly and effectively. Identify and understand customer needs and expectations and meets them. Communicate any relevant information to clients, colleagues, and other key stakeholders.
• Lab Administration - Troubleshoot and correct erroneous results or problems with laboratory equipment. Reproduces and evaluates techniques and results for accuracy. Maintain inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment. Maintain cell cultures. Operate standard laboratory equipment. Use and maintains laboratory equipment appropriately. Responds to obviously erroneous results or problems with equipment. Assists in daily operations of the laboratory including answering phone, maintaining lab supplies, organization, and cleanliness.. Provides appropriate safety monitoring checks as assigned (radiation safety, biosafety, etc.).
• Serve as a Resource - Demonstrate competence in specific knowledge, skills and behaviors. Effectively communicate with team members and contribute to their growth by sharing knowledge, experience, and skills. Stay abreast of changes in key systems. Serve as a resource to the department in specific area(s).

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Bachelor's degree in a related field AND 1 year of directly related experience OR Master's degree in a related field

Job description

Cincinnati Children's is seeking a Research Assistant to join a collaborative lab studying genetic and environmental factors in asthma and airway diseases. The role involves conducting mouse and cell-based experiments, data analysis, and supporting laboratory operations.

The position includes responsibilities across experiments, data management, and facility support in a busy research setting, with opportunities to train students and contribute to methodological improvements.