Research Associate - CATALYST

The Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University invites applications for a Research Associate - CATALYST in Medicine | Catalyst Center. The role participates in planning, design, execution, and management of research projects examining how social factors, financing, organizational structures, medical technology, and personal behaviors influence access to quality health care.

Responsibilities include developing and implementing study goals, designing complex lab experiments, collecting and analyzing data (including

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, execute and manage research projects in a foundational biological/health science lab investigating social factors and access to health care.
• Develop and implement goals and objectives of studies; design and execute complex laboratory experiments.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret quantitative data; conduct interviews, transcribe and code data.
• Assist in preparation of manuscripts, articles, and proposals; support grant submissions.

Skills

Qualitative research

Data collection

Interviewing

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Tools

Statistical software

Job description

Job Title:

Research Associate - CATALYST

Department:

Medicine | Catalyst Center

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

Location:

Ackerman Rd, 700 (0921)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

_ 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.