Research Assistant II/III/IV - Infectious Diseases - Way Lab

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 20,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Research Assistant to support immunological research that enhances pregnancy outcomes and newborn immunity. The role includes mentoring, lab administration, and experimenting.

Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and relevant experience in laboratory techniques. The position offers a full-time schedule with a focus on innovative research.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 2 years experience or Bachelor's degree.
• Bachelor’s degree with 1 year experience or Master’s degree.
• Bachelor’s degree with 3 years experience or Master’s degree with 2 years.

Responsibilities

• May act as a mentor and provide guidance to junior staff.
• Troubleshoot and maintain laboratory equipment and protocols.
• Design and execute research experiments and analyze results.
• Contribute to reports, publications, and presentations.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Data analysis

Mentorship

Protocol development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Master’s degree in a related field

Job description

As a Research Assistant in the Way Lab at Cincinnati Children’s, you will support innovative immunological research aimed at improving pregnancy outcomes and enhancing newborn immunity.

The lab investigates critical questions such as why mothers and babies tolerate each other immunologically, and how newborns adapt to the microbial‑rich world at birth. These studies address public health challenges like prematurity, infection, and stillbirth while also offering insights into autoimmunity, transplantation, and cancer.

Job Responsibilities

• Leadership – May act as a mentor to more junior staff, serve as the contact for resolution of complex issues, provide education, guidance and work direction. May provide input and feedback to managers on hiring decisions, professional development and performance management.
• Lab Administration – Troubleshoot and correct erroneous results or problems with laboratory equipment; provide Material Safety Data Sheet training; maintain protocol and assay accuracy with regular quality checks; maintain inventory of supplies and equipment; operate laboratory apparatus; assist in daily operations (phone, supply management, organization, cleanliness); ensure compliance as requested by the Principal Investigator.
• Develop, set up, and verify new procedures – Standardize and establish new published procedures; evaluate innovative techniques; develop new assays and test protocols; modify existing procedures as needed; troubleshoot or adjust based on research design changes.
• Design and perform experiments – Follow and formulate research protocols; independently reproduce, evaluate, and improve techniques; analyze data, perform statistical and graphical analysis, and interpret results; maintain accurate records of all work and experiments.
• Training – Assist in training postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and junior personnel in laboratory techniques and equipment.
• Research dissemination – Contribute and write material for reports, publications, journal articles, and abstracts; maintain an integral role in meetings, presentations, and publications.
• Serve as a resource – Demonstrate advanced competence in specific knowledge, skills, and behaviors; communicate effectively with team members, contribute to growth by sharing knowledge; stay abreast of changes; act as an expert resource within the department or hospital.

Job Qualifications

• RAII: High school diploma or equivalent AND 2 years of work experience in a related discipline OR Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• RAIII: Bachelor’s degree in a related field AND 1 year of directly related experience OR Master’s degree in a related field.
• RAIV: Bachelor’s degree in a related field AND 3 years of experience in a related discipline OR Master’s degree and 2 years of experience.

Salary Range

• RAII: $20.57 – $25.72 (USD per week)
• RAIII: $50,544 – $62,150.40 (USD)
• RAIV: $56,846.40 – $72,488 (USD)

Employment Details

• Primary Location: Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
• Schedule: Full time, Day Shift
• Weekly Hours: 40

EEO Statement

Cincinnati Children’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.