Part-Time Research Assistant, Division of Hematology & Oncology

University of Cincinnati College of Medicine; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Retirement plans

Work-life balance

Professional development

Job summary

University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) seeks a part-time Research Assistant in the Division of Hematology & Oncology, onsite in Cincinnati. The position supports Dr.

Sarah Skuli’s Lab focusing on TP53-mutant MDS/AML biology, metabolism, and tumor microenvironment interactions. The role requires at least a Bachelor's degree with 1+ years lab experience, mammalian cell culture, molecular assays, flow cytometry, and data analysis.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of direct basic laboratory experience.
• Wet-lab techniques including mammalian cell culture, molecular biology assays (DNA/RNA/protein extraction/quantification, PCR, qPCR, western blotting, cloning/bacterial transformation).
• Flow cytometry, colorimetric/fluorometric assays, and basic data analysis (Excel/GraphPad).

Responsibilities

• Follow established research protocols to perform experiments in the lab.
• Design laboratory experiments in coordination with senior personnel and troubleshoot protocols as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of all laboratory work and experiments.
• Interpret data and assist in judging validity; may perform statistical/graphical analysis.
• Operate and troubleshoot standard laboratory equipment and ensure quality checks.
• Assist in training staff and maintaining lab inventory and organization.
• Contribute to meetings, publications, and presentations.
• Support mouse-based in vivo experiments and animal husbandry as needed.

Skills

Lab experience

Cell culture

PCR/qPCR

Flow cytometry

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Western blotting

PCR/qPCR

Cloning

Bacterial transformation

Job description

Part‑Time Research Assistant, Division of Hematology & Oncology Job Title: Part‑Time Research Assistant, Division of Hematology & Oncology Posting Start Date: 10/1/26 Work Arrangement: Onsite

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

As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine’s faculty and providers are transforming the world of medicine every day. The Department of Internal Medicine is a top-tier department with world-renowned faculty and staff. With world-class research, teaching and medical practice opportunities, why not choose the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine?

The Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Hematology Oncology is recruiting for a part‑time Research Assistant to work in Dr. Sarah Skuli’s Lab.

The Skuli Lab is a basic/translational laboratory with a goal of developing new therapeutic strategies for patients with myeloid malignancies [acute myeloid leukemia (AML), myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS)], particularly those with mutations in the tumor suppressor, TP53, which currently portends a terminal prognosis. To achieve this goal, we aim to understand the molecular/cellular biology and mechanisms of therapy resistance of TP53 mutant MDS/AML with a particular focus on metabolism and the tumor microenvironment.

Essential Functions

• Follow established research protocols to perform experiments in the lab.
• Design laboratory experiments in coordination with senior laboratory personnel. Understand the scientific principles involved in the research and use those principles to troubleshoot and adjust the protocol as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all laboratory work and experiments.
• Interpret data and assist in judging validity of data. May perform statistical and graphical analysis of data.
• Operate standard laboratory equipment. Troubleshoot and correct erroneous results/problems with laboratory equipment and procedures.
• Maintains optimal protocol and assay accuracy by conducting regular quality checks. Provides appropriate safety monitoring checks as assigned.
• May assist in training post-doctoral fellows, graduate students and junior laboratory personnel in laboratory techniques and equipment.
• Maintain inventory and stock of laboratory supplies (includes ordering), equipment, and cell cultures. Willing and able to assist in daily operations of the laboratory including organization and cleanliness.
• Maintain an active role in laboratory meetings, presentations, publications, which includes contributing material for publications, abstracts and reports.
• Assist with mouse-based in vivo experiments and may assist with animal colony management and animal husbandry.

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.

Required Experience

• 1+ years of direct basic laboratory experience.
• Experience with routine wet‑lab techniques including mammalian cell culture, molecular biology assays (DNA/RNA/protein extraction/quantification, PCR, qPCR, western blotting, cloning/bacterial transformation), flow cytometry, colorimetric/fluorometric assays, and basic data analysis (Excel/GraphPad). Training will be provided as needed.
• Additional related work experience may be required depending on field or discipline.

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
• Lifting - up to 20 pounds - Often
• Kneeling, squatting - Seldom
• 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 Link ) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE. Highlights include:

Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information

Tuition Remission

As a part‑time employee, UC provides a limited tuition remission benefit based on role. Tuition remission covers 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).

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time - pro-rated by FTE. Includes paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days).

Additional Benefits Include

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities
• University employee discount program

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

UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

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