Research Associate Sr.

10 Nationwide Children's Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children’s Hospital is seeking a detail-oriented Research Associate to support our gene therapy research programs. You will work with the principal investigator and lab members on multiple projects, performing DNA cloning, molecular assays, and in vivo mouse experiments while maintaining thorough records.

You will coordinate activities, contribute to scientific publications and budget planning, and mentor junior staff in a fast-paced, productive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field; Master's degree preferred.
• Two years of post-degree research experience, or one year with a Master's.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous record-keeping.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research under PI guidance and perform DNA cloning, molecular assays, and in vivo mouse experiments.
• Organize experiments, maintain records, and ensure data integrity and reproducibility.
• Prepare reports, graphs, and tables; present findings to PI and team.
• Mentor less experienced staff and coordinate activities of laboratory personnel.

Skills

Research methods

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Associate to join our team developing AAV gene therapies for neuromuscular/neurological disorders. The person will work closely with PI and other lab members on multiple ongoing projects in a dynamic, highly productive environment.

Primary responsibilities include independently running multiple projects under PI guidance and collaborating with team members on DNA cloning, molecular assays, in vivo mouse experiments, tissue collection, data acquisition, and lab management responsibilities. This role requires strong organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, daily record-keeping, problem-solving, intellectual curiosity, continuous learning, scientific rigor, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Job Description Summary:

Coordinates activities of technical and professional employees engaged in laboratory research. Conducts independent research and prepares position papers; Ensures research experiments and laboratory analyses are performed in accordance with specific guidelines.

Job Description:

Essential Functions:

• Conducts independent research studies and laboratory analysis in conjunction with a principal investigator.
• Performs research experiments independently in accordance with protocols approved by 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 and interacts with other researchers doing similar studies.
• Serves as a resource for other investigators and as a mentor to less experienced research personnel.
• Coordinates activities of employees in laboratory research.
• 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:

Two years of post-degree research experience, or one year with 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

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