Junior Research Associate, Department of Biomedical Engineering

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Robust retirement plans

Work-life balance

Comprehensive health coverage

Job summary

The University of Cincinnati seeks a researcher to plan, perform, evaluate, and coordinate electrochemical aptamer sensor experiments. The biosensors are developed to enable continuous molecular monitoring with partners in the diagnostic devices industry.

You will analyze data, manage lab projects, and contribute to test controls and standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance innovative biosensor devices for healthcare monitoring.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Four years of relevant work experience or specialized training can be used in lieu of education.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, test, and analyze data related to electrochemical aptamer sensors.
• Perform aptamer SELEX processes.
• Assist with the coordination of laboratory projects.
• Summarize test results; respond to concrete project/study questions.
• Assist in or may work independently on whole projects/problems; contribute to team effort and lab upkeep.
• Analyze research results.
• Organize data search and analysis procedures.
• Assist in establishing test controls, criteria and research standards.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need.

Skills

Bench chemistry experience

Electrochemistry

Microfabrication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

4 years of relevant work experience or specialized training

Job description

Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu.

UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC's success.

Job Overview

Plan, perform, evaluate, and coordinate research on electrochemical biosensors. The biosensors are based on electrochemical aptamers. The biosensors are being developed to create continuous molecular monitoring devices similar to wearable glucose monitors but for measuring other chronic disease analytes beyond glucose. While the work is performed at the Univ. of Cincinnati, it involves collaboration including several commercial partners in the diagnostic devices industry.

Essential Functions

• Fabricate, test, and analyze data related to electrochemical aptamer sensors.
• Perform aptamer SELEX processes (the method used to find new aptamers).
• Assist with the coordination of laboratory projects.
• Summarize test results; respond to concrete project/study questions.
• Assist with or may work independently on whole projects/problems. Contribute effectively to the collective team effort and laboratory upkeep.
• Analyze research results.
• Organize data search and analysis procedures.
• Assist in establishing test controls, criteria and research standards.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need.
• This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree
• Four (4) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Significant bench chemistry experience
• Experience in electrochemistry
• Experience in microfabrication

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Sitting - Continuously
• Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Often
• Hearing, listening - Often
• Talking - Often
• Standing - Often
• Walking - Often
• Bending - Often
• Stooping - Often
• Kneeling, squatting - Seldom
• Lifting - up to 20 pounds - Often
• Noise: There is sufficient noise to cause you to shout in order to be heard above the noise level.
• Hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts of machinery or tools used to perform work, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals.
• Atmospheric Conditions: Conditions that affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.

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