Research Assistant, Division of Hematology & Oncology, College of Medicine

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a part-time Research Assistant to support innovative research initiatives in the medical field. This role involves conducting literature searches, organizing data, and drafting research protocols. You will work alongside world-renowned faculty in a collaborative environment that prioritizes student success and community impact. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research and clinical care. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare and have the required skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

Robust Retirement Plans

Generous Time-Off Policy

Paid Parental Leave

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 4 years of relevant experience may substitute.
• Strong skills in literature search and data management are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct literature searches and maintain research databases.
• Draft clinical research protocols and assist with manuscript preparation.

Skills

Literature Search

Data Organization

Protocol Drafting

Regulatory Compliance

Database Management

Manuscript Preparation

Presentation Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, nearly 12,000 faculty and staff, and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, the oldest and one of the largest cooperative education programs, a dynamic academic health center, and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals $2 billion.

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 College of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Hematology and Oncology, is recruiting a part-time Research Assistant.

Essential Functions

• Conduct online literature searches using PubMed, clinical trial databases, conference abstracts, and NIH grant sites to support research initiatives.
• Organize and maintain search results in Word documents and Excel spreadsheets for analysis and reporting.
• Draft, edit, and prepare clinical research protocols and study documents for submission and review.
• Support regulatory processes, including preparation of materials for protocol approval and compliance activities.
• Participate in occasional patient-facing activities, including interviews and surveys.
• Maintain research databases, ensuring accurate data entry and integrity.
• Assist with manuscript preparation and submission for publication.
• Create and edit content for presentations, including graphics, posters, and PowerPoint slides for departmental meetings and conferences.

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

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. 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 10–14% of your salary.

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 at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html

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. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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