Research Aide

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, OH seeks a Research Assistant to support studies under supervision. You will gather and analyze data, prepare reports, and assist with administrative tasks, with a flexible schedule and occasional after-hours support.

Key duties include obtaining supplies, assisting in laboratory analyses, drafting research proposals, organizing records, maintaining clean lab space, and strictly following safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or current student in a science-related field.
• Two years of accredited college coursework in science preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtains supplies and equipment for research projects and ensures they are in working condition.
• Assists in laboratory analysis and data interpretation.
• Assists in drafting research proposals and reports, collecting and collating data.
• Organizes and maintains laboratory records.
• Maintains a clean laboratory area and equipment.
• Follows all safety protocols and procedures.

Education

High School graduate

Science coursework (2 years)

Job description

Job Description Summary

Assists in research studies and experiments under supervision. Gathers and analyzes data, prepares reports, and performs administrative tasks. Must be able to work a flexible schedule with occasional after hours support.

Overview

Assists in research studies and experiments under supervision. Gathers and analyzes data, prepares reports, and performs administrative tasks. Must be able to work a flexible schedule with occasional after hours support.

Job Description

Essential Functions

• Obtains supplies and equipment needed for research projects and ensures they in proper working condition.
• Assists in laboratory analysis and data interpretation.
• Assists in the preparation and drafting of research proposals and reports, collecting and collating supporting data.
• Organizes and maintains laboratory records.
• Maintains clean laboratory area and equipment.
• Follows all safety protocols and procedures.

Education Requirement

• High School graduate or current student, required.
• Two years accredited college coursework majoring in science, preferred.

Licensure Requirement

(not specified)

Certifications

(not specified)

Skills

Interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills to interact efficiently with various audiences.

Experience

(not specified)

Physical Requirements

OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Biohazard waste, Chemicals/Medications, Climb stairs/ladder, Cold Temperatures, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Hot Temperatures, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs

FREQUENTLY: Computer skills, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Standing, Walking

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, 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

(not specified)

"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"