Post Doctoral Scientist - IGM

10 Nationwide Children's Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, OH seeks a PhD-level researcher to design experiments, analyze data, and present findings under mentors. The role supports developing hypotheses and preparing publications while collaborating with OSU and other research teams.

Ideal candidates have doctoral-level research experience, strong lab and computer skills, and an ability to manage projects toward independent funding opportunities. Appointment length may reach up to seven years.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent degree in a relevant field of science is required.
• Experience with doctoral-level research during PhD program is required.
• Strong skills in experimental design and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Designs experiments, develops protocols, and conducts research under faculty guidance.
• Assists in training and supervision of technical staff.
• Records and analyzes data generated by the research study.
• Develops hypotheses for further investigation based on results.
• Assists with preparation of scientific papers for publication.
• Presents findings at local and national research forums.
• Collaborates with other ongoing research efforts at NCH or OSU.
• Works toward research independence and pursuing external funding proposals.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Laboratory techniques

Computer skills

Qualitative/quantitative methods

Project management

Education

PhD or equivalent

Job description

Overview: Job Description Summary

Conducts research, designs experiments, analyzes data, and presents findings under the mentorship of an established RI principal investigator or Senior Research Scientists. Appointment is a maximum of 7 years in length.

Essential Functions

• Designs experiments, develops protocols, and conducts research under the guidance of a faculty mentor.
• Assists in the training and supervision of technical support staff in performing specific techniques essential to carrying out the research program.
• Records and analyzes data generated by the research study.
• Assists in the development of hypotheses for further investigation from the results of the studies performed.
• Assists with the preparation of scientific and technical papers for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Presents findings at local and national research forums.
• Collaborates with other ongoing research efforts either at NCH or at The Ohio State University.
• Works toward research independence, preparing to submit proposals to and obtain funding from external granting agencies.

Education Requirement

PhD or equivalent degree in relevant field of science, required.

Licensure Requirement

(not specified)

Certifications

(not specified)

Skills

• Effective interpersonal skills required in interactions with scientists, physicians, and laboratory colleagues.
• Excellent laboratory technical skills.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Skills in qualitative and quantitative research methods.
• Ability to proactively manage and drive projects.

Experience

Research experience from PhD program, required.

Physical Requirements

OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Climb stairs/ladder, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs

FREQUENTLY: Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Standing, Walking

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Computer skills, Decision Making, Depth perception, Flexing/extending of neck, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Reaching above shoulder, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Sitting, Squat/kneel

Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above: Pressure in this position will vary depending on the workload. The workload will be heavy but manageable most of the time. Pressure may arise in the face of deadlines associated research and manuscript writing.

"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision."

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet

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