Research Associate - CATALYST

Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio State's Center for the Advancement of Team Science, Analytics, & Systems Thinking (CATALYST) seeks a Research Associate to participate in planning, design, execution, and management of foundational biological/health science research projects. The role involves advanced data collection and analysis, literature reviews, and preparing manuscripts for publication and presentation at conferences.

The candidate will assist principal investigators, coordinate studies, supervise students and staff,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required; 3 years of relevant experience required with Associate's Degree, or 1 year of relevant experience required with Bachelor's Degree.
• Ability to translate, adapt and apply academic and/or practical knowledge in the conduct of biological/health science research is required.
• Requires successful completion of a background check; pre-employment physical and drug screen may be required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and execute complex laboratory experiments.
• Collect, transcribe, and code data; conduct quantitative analyses and literature reviews.
• Assist in developing and implementing new research methodologies.
• Prepare manuscripts, project reports, and conference materials.
• Coordinate activities of researchers and staff; oversee equipment maintenance.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Associate’s degree + 3 years relevant experience

Bachelor’s degree + 1 year relevant experience

Job description

Research Associate who participates in planning, design, execution, and management of research projects in a foundational (basic) biological/health science research laboratory investigating social factors, financing systems, organizational structures and processes, medical technology and personal behaviors can affect access to quality health care services in the Center for the Advancement of Team Science, Analytics, & Systems Thinking (CATALYST); participates in developing and implementing goals and objectives of studies; designs and executes complex laboratory experiments; performs advanced collection of research data including primary data collection through patient and provider interviews; manages transcribing and coding of data; performs analysis of data using constant-comparative and grounded theory assessment; collects, analyzes and interprets quantitative research data; assists with development and implementation of new and/or revised research methodologies and techniques; tests experimental designs, sampling techniques, and analytical methods and make recommendations for utilization; assists in establishment of controls, criteria and research standards; performs critical analysis of literature relevant to research being undertaken; assists in the preparation of research papers and manuscripts for publication and presentation at national and international conferences and workshops, and in the writing of project reports, articles and other documents; assists principal investigator in the preparation of proposals to obtain new or renewal of extramural funding in support of research; coordinates laboratory activities and work assignments of postdoctoral researchers, graduate and undergraduate students, and laboratory research staff; oversees and coordinates periodic maintenance and testing of laboratory equipment; performs additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor’s Level Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required; 3 years of relevant experience required with Associate's Degree, or 1 years of relevant experience required with Bachelor's Degree. Ability to translate, adapt and apply academic and/or practical knowledge in the conduct of biological/health science research is required. Experience in a biological/health science research capacity is preferred. Requires successful completion of a background check; qualified candidates may be asked to complete a pre-employment physical, including a drug screen.

Function: Research and Scholarship

Sub Function: Research

Career Band: S

Career Level:S1

Thank you for your interest in working at Ohio State.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.