Research Associate - Surgery

Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio State University’s Davis Heart and Lung Research Institute in the Department of Surgery Cardiac invites applications for a Research Associate to participate in planning, design, execution and management of cardiac research projects. The role involves developing experiments, performing advanced molecular techniques, collecting and interpreting data, and contributing to manuscripts and grant proposals.

You will coordinate laboratory activities, oversee equipment maintenance, and support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a biological/health science or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of relevant research experience.
• Background check and pre-employment screening may be required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and manage research projects in a basic science lab.
• Perform advanced molecular and cellular techniques and analyze data.
• Coordinate activities of students and staff; oversee equipment maintenance.
• Assist in manuscript preparation and grant proposals as needed.

Education

Bachelor's Level Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job description

Job Title

Research Associate - Surgery

Department

Medicine | Surgery Cardiac

Job Description

Research Associate who participates in planning, design, execution, and management of research projects in a foundational (basic) biological/health science research laboratory investigating Cardiac Research in the Department of Surgery, Cardiac Division; participates in developing and implementing goals and objectives of studies; designs and executes complex laboratory experiments; performs advanced molecular and cellular techniques; 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 international 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 in an appropriate biological/health science or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. 1-3 years of relevant experience required. 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. Requires successful completion of a background check; qualified candidates may be asked to complete a pre-employment physical, including a drug screen.

Function

Research and Scholarship

Sub Function

Research

Career Band

S

Career Level

S1

Location

Davis Heart and Lung Research Institute (0113)

Position Type

Term (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours

40

Shift

First Shift

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.