Neuroscience Research Senior Associate Microbiota-Gut-Brain

Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio State University in Columbus seeks a Research Senior Associate in the Neuroscience Department to design, execute, and manage microbiota-gut-brain studies in a foundational biology lab. You will collaborate with the PI to set goals, oversee data processing, and advance molecular and cellular techniques.

The role involves data analysis, literature evaluation, manuscript preparation, and presenting findings at conferences.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or equivalent education/experience required.
• 3 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's Degree.
• 1 year of relevant experience with a Master’s Degree.
• Considerable experience in a biological/health research capacity is required.
• Doctoral degree in an appropriate biological/health science field is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with principal investigator (PI) to develop and implement goals and objectives of studies.
• Designs and executes moderately complex laboratory experiments.
• Plans and executes advanced molecular and cellular techniques.
• Coordinates and oversees data processing and analysis.
• Analyzes and interprets research data.
• Develops and implements new/revised research methodologies and techniques.
• Tests experimental designs, sampling techniques, and analytical methods.
• Establishes research controls, criteria and standards.
• Reviews relevant literature for critical analysis.
• Collaborates to write/publish papers and prepare project reports and other documents.
• Presents results at national and international conferences/workshops.
• Assists with grant proposal development and funding acquisition.
• Trains/supervises research staff and manages daily lab operations.
• Oversees procurement of lab supplies and equipment; negotiates service contracts.

Skills

Relevant research experience

Biological/health research capacity

Laboratory supervision

Education

Master's Degree or equivalent experience

1 year of relevant experience with Master's Degree

3 years of relevant experience with Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Ohio State University in Columbus seeks a Research Senior Associate in the Neuroscience Department to design, execute, and manage microbiota-gut-brain studies in a foundational biology lab. You will collaborate with the PI to set goals, oversee data processing, and advance molecular and cellular techniques.

The role involves data analysis, literature evaluation, manuscript preparation, and presenting findings at conferences.