Research Scientist - Pathology

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking a Research Scientist to advance tumor cell biology research within the Conditional Reprogramming Laboratory. You will design and execute cutting‑edge experiments, analyze complex data, and prepare manuscripts for peer‑reviewed journals.

The role includes grant writing, protocol development, and mentoring junior staff in a high‑impact environment. Ideal candidates hold a PhD, MD, or equivalent with at least five years of postdoctoral

Qualifications

• PhD, MD, or equivalent with at least five years of postdoctoral training.
• Ability to lead independent research projects and secure funding as co-PI or collaborator.
• Experience in tumor cell biology and oncogenic viruses is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a nationally competitive program in tumor cell biology.
• Write and submit grant proposals as co-investigator or collaborator.
• Plan, design and execute advanced experiments; perform data analysis and interpretation.

Skills

Tumor cell biology

Grant proposals

Team leadership

Statistics

Education

PhD, MD, or equivalent with 5+ years postdoctoral training

Job description

**Position Summary**Research Scientist to participate in the development and implementation of a nationally competitive program on tumor cell biology within Conditional Reprogramming Laboratory in the Department of Pathology and OSU CCC; writes and submits grant proposals of original research in the area of tumor cell biology and oncogenic viruses as co-investigator or collaborator to obtain funding in support of research with significant salary support from extramural funding sponsors; develops and tests hypotheses; plans, designs and executes advanced research experiments; conducts statistical analysis, evaluation and interpretation of raw data; plans and writes manuscripts, articles, abstracts and research reports for publication in peer-reviewed journals; develops and implements new research techniques and methodologies in the laboratory; writes IRB and ILACUC protocols as needed for research; ensures and is accountable for compliance to federal and institutional laboratory and radiation safety regulations; supervises and trains junior research staff, post doctoral researchers, residents, and undergraduate & graduate students; develops new and on-going collaborative research opportunities.**Job Requirements**PhD, MD, or equivalent and at least five years of postdoctoral training. The ideal candidate should have the potential to become a team leader, lead and conduct independent research projects, and contribute to the development of externally funded research proposals as a co-PI or co-Investigator.## Additional Information:## Location:Biomedical Research Tower (0112)## Position Type:Regular## 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.***