Research Scientist - Pathology

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

Job summary

The Ohio State University in Columbus, OH, seeks a Research Scientist to join the Pathology department and contribute to a nationally competitive program in tumor cell biology. You will develop and implement novel research approaches, write IRB/ILACUC protocols, and collaborate on externally funded grants as a co-investigator.

The role involves supervising junior researchers, training students, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations while advancing high-impact publications and

Qualifications

• PhD, MD, or equivalent with ≥5 years postdoctoral training.
• Ability to lead independent research projects and contribute to externally funded proposals as co-PI.
• Experience designing, executing advanced research and writing manuscripts.
• Experience writing IRB and IACUC protocols as needed for research.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement tumor cell biology research in Pathology.
• Write and submit grant proposals as co-investigator to obtain funding.
• Plan, design and execute advanced research experiments and analyze data.
• Prepare manuscripts, abstracts, and reports for peer‑reviewed journals.

Skills

Grant writing

Independent research

Team leadership

Statistical analysis

Education

PhD, MD, or equivalent

Job description

Job Title:Research Scientist - PathologyDepartment:Medicine | Pathology

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.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Additional Information

Location:Biomedical Research Tower (0112)Position Type:RegularScheduled Hours:40Shift:First Shift

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.