Research Associate - RI IGM Stottmann

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, OH seeks an experienced researcher to conduct independent studies in collaboration with a Principal Investigator. The role involves managing projects, analyzing data, and mentoring junior staff, with opportunities to contribute to publications and grant proposals.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Master's preferred) and prior research experience. Strong analytical and writing skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• One year of post-degree research experience or a Master's degree required.
• Master's degree preferred for advanced duties.
• Strong data analysis and reporting capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conducts independent research studies and laboratory analysis with a PI, organizing experiments and maintaining records.
• Collects data, analyzes statistically, and prepares graphs, tables, and figures for PI review.
• Collaborates with other researchers and mentors less experienced staff.
• Assists in preparing scientific publications and grant proposals; attends conferences and presents findings.
• Orders and maintains inventory; ensures equipment is functioning and budgets for supplies.
• Monitors expenditures and assists with budget proposals for future projects.

Skills

Research methods

Technical writing

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field

Master's Degree, preferred

Job description

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.

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.

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