Research Associate- RI Clinical & Translational (Kerlin)

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, OH seeks an individual to conduct independent research under a Principal Investigator, manage projects, and mentor staff. Responsibilities include data collection, analysis, reporting, and presenting findings at conferences.

Required Bachelor's degree; Master’s degree preferred. The role involves budgeting, inventory control, and collaboration with researchers to advance scientific publications and grant applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Master's degree is preferred.
• Experience conducting research and analyzing data for reports.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct independent research studies with the PI and mentor staff.
• Collect data, analyze using statistics, and prepare reports with graphs and tables.
• Collaborate with other researchers and assist in publications and grant proposals.
• Manage equipment, inventory, and budget proposals for research.
• Present findings at scientific conferences and maintain records.

Skills

Research methods

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

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”