Research Senior Associate - Cancer Research

Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio State University is seeking a Research Senior Associate in the Cancer Research Department (Medicine | Pathology) to assist and support scientific investigations into human cancer, while overseeing laboratory records and communicating with collaborators and physicians. The role trains junior staff and students, supports grant preparation, and contributes to publications and literature reviews.

Located in Biomedical Research Tower, 40-hour weeks with a regular first-shift schedule, the

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent experience required.
• 3 years of relevant experience with Bachelor's degree, or 1 year with Master's degree.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support scientific investigation into human cancer.
• Oversee and maintain accurate records of laboratory activities.
• Assist PI with grant preparation and with publications, posters, and abstracts.
• Train junior staff and students in research methods and equipment operation.
• Set up and operate laboratory equipment and manage procurement of supplies.

Skills

Laboratory operations

Staff training

Grant administration

Literature research

Education

Master's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Title

Research Senior Associate - Cancer Research Department: Medicine | Pathology

Position Summary

Research Senior Associate to assist and support scientific investigation to study human cancer as directed in the Comprehensive Cancer Center; oversees and maintains accurate records of laboratory activities; assists with training of junior research staff, and undergraduate and graduate students in research methods and equipment operation; assists PI and communicate with collaborators and physicians and operate lab; Assist PI with grant preparation, especially administrative documents including Biosketches, facilities, LOS, and communications with HR and grant managers, etc.; assists principal investigator with the preparation of publications, manuscripts, articles, posters, and abstracts; conducts library research on requested topics through researching current literature; oversees and maintains accurate records of laboratory activities; assists with training of junior research staff, and undergraduate and graduate students in research methods and equipment operation; sets up and operates laboratory equipment; monitors research supply, including specimens, inventory and initiates procurement requests as needed.

Job Requirements

Master's Degree or equivalent experience required; 3 years of relevant experience required with Bachelor's Degree, or 1 year of relevant experience required with Master's Degree.

Career Roadmap

Research and Scholarship - Research - Individual Contributor - Specialized - S2

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.

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

Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center.

Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you - and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

As Buckeyes, we accomplish more together. No matter your role, you’ll be part of creating what people need now: pathways to education, research and health care.

Working at Ohio State means you’re part of a team with a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence - and, of course, incomparable Buckeye spirit. We bring out the best in people, help each other succeed and learn together. By joining Ohio State, you become part of a top-20 public university with one of America’s leading academic health centers. We’re a team of dedicated colleagues with access to boundless resources that support you.