Research Associate- Neuroscience

Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Wexner Medical Center in Columbus seeks a Research Associate to join a foundational biology/health science lab under Dr. Bin Gu. The role involves planning, designing, executing, and managing research projects, and performing advanced molecular techniques while handling laboratory animals.

The candidate will collect and interpret data, contribute to manuscripts, and assist in developing grant proposals. A Bachelor’s degree and relevant experience are required, with miRNA/RT-qPCR experience

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 biological/health science research is required.
• Experience in a biological/health science research capacity is preferred.
• Research experience with miRNA and reverse transcription quantitative PCR is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participates in planning, design, execution, and management of research projects in a basic biology/health science lab.
• Develops and implements goals and objectives of studies; designs and executes complex laboratory experiments.
• Performs advanced molecular and cellular techniques; manages and handles laboratory animals.
• Collects, analyzes and interprets research data; assists with manuscripts and reports.
• Coordinates activities of postdocs, graduate and undergraduate students, and staff.
• Oversees maintenance and testing of laboratory equipment; participates in proposal development for extramural funding.

Skills

Biological/health science research

miRNA

RT-qPCR

Animal handling

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Molecular techniques

Job description

Research Associate participates in planning, design, execution, and management of research projects in a foundational (basic) biological/health science research laboratory (Dr. Bin Gu) investigating epilepsy; participates in developing and implementing goals and objectives of studies; designs and executes complex laboratory experiments; performs advanced molecular and cellular techniques; manages and handles laboratory animals; collects, analyzes and interprets 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 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. Research experience with miRNA and reverse transcription quantitative PCR is preferred.

Function: Research and Scholarship

Sub Function: Research

Career Band: S

Career Level: S1

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.