Research Associate - Childhood Cancer

nationwidechildrens; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital seeks a research professional to conduct independent studies in collaboration with a Principal Investigator. You will organize experiments, collect and analyze data, and prepare reports including graphs and figures for PI review.

A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master's degree is preferred. One year of post-degree research experience or a Master's degree is required. Opportunities include mentoring staff and contributing to publications and grant proposals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field, required.
• Master's Degree, preferred.
• One year of post-degree research experience, or a Master's Degree, required.
• Ability to use research methods in generating and collecting data and analyzing the data for report preparation.
• Ability to develop complex position papers and reports and help in preparation of research grant proposals and scientific publications.
• Effective computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Conducts independent research studies and laboratory analysis with PI; organizes experiments and maintains records.
• Collects data, analyzes using statistics, and prepares reports with graphs, tables, and photographs for PI review.
• Collaborates with other researchers and mentors staff.
• Assists the PI with preparation of scientific publications and grant proposals; attends scientific conferences and gives presentations.
• Orders and maintains inventory; ensures equipment is in working order and prepares budget proposals for equipment and supplies.
• Monitors study expenditures and assists with budget planning for future research projects.

Skills

Research methods

Data analysis

Report writing

Scientific publications

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

Overview:

Job Description Summary: Conducts independent research within a general area in conjunction with a Principal Investigator (PI). Manages basic and complex projects ensuring timelines, deliverables, and expectations are met.

Job Description:

Essential Functions:

• Conducts independent research studies and laboratory analysis in conjunction with PI. Organizes research experiments, appropriately arranges subjects, and maintains records.
• Collects experimental data, conducts analysis in accordance with statistical procedures, and retains accurate logs of methods, results, and conclusions. Prepares reports, including graphs, tables, and photographs, of the results for PI review.
• Collaborates with other researchers doing similar studies. Serves as an experienced resource for other Investigators and mentors less experienced research staff.
• Observes difficulties encountered in set up and conduction. Assists the PI with the preparation of scientific publications and grant proposals. Attends scientific conferences and gives scientific presentations.
• Orders and maintains inventory, ensures equipment is in working order, and prepares budget proposals for equipment and supplies required to conduct research.
• Monitors study expenditures to assure that budgetary constraints are followed and that research studies are conducted within budget. Assists with preparing research budgets and prepares budget proposals for future research projects.

Education Requirement:

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field, required.
• Master's Degree, preferred.

Skills:

• Ability to use research methods in generating and collecting data and analyzing the data for report preparation.
• Ability to develop complex position papers and reports and help in preparation of research grant proposals and scientific publications.
• Effective computer skills.

Experience:

One year of post-degree research experience, or a Master's Degree, required.

Physical Requirements:

OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Climb stairs/ladder, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs

FREQUENTLY: Biohazard waste, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Cold Temperatures, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Electricity, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Hot Temperatures, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Standing, Walking

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Computer skills, 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

"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"