Research Senior Associate - Comprehensive Cancer Center

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking a Research Senior Associate to join Dr. Peter Chockley's lab in the Pelotonia Institute for Immuno-Oncology Research Center.

You will support assays, data analysis, and lab operations under the PI, with opportunities for independent projects. Ideal candidates have immunology or immunotherapy experience, mammalian cell culture, molecular biology skills, and strong organizational and communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Experience applying biological/health science knowledge in a research or clinical research setting, preferably immunology or immunotherapy.
• Demonstrated experience with mammalian cell culture, molecular biology techniques (PCR, Western blot)
• Familiarity with research compliance (IRB/IBC/IACUC), data privacy, and biosafety requirements.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist lab members and perform assays under PI direction.
• Support inventory management and lab operations.
• Ensure protocol compliance and biosafety requirements.
• Analyze data and prepare reports.
• Contribute to independent projects if opportunity arises.

Skills

Immunology experience

Mammalian cell culture

Molecular biology (PCR, Western blot)

Research compliance

Written communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

Job description

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The Research Senior Associate will work in the lab of Dr. Peter Chockley housed in the Pelotonia Institute for Immuno-Oncology Research Center. The candidate will work with a team of post-doctoral and graduate student researchers. The position is in part a supportive role for other lab members and performing assays at the direction of the PI. Independent projects are also an option as well if desired. Additionally, an element of administrative functions will be expected. These responsibilities will include but not limited to inventory management, lab operations, protocol compliance, organization, and data analysis.Ideal candidates willhave experience in immune cell modification techniques along with animal handling experience.

The lab is focused on designing novel therapies for cancer, utilizing a blend of cutting-edge technologies to co-opt natural receptor systems in immune cells. The lab utilizes an array of molecular biology techniques along with in vivo modeling of cancer to achieve this goal.

Required Qualifications

• Experience applying biological/health science knowledge in a research or clinical research setting, preferably immunology or immunotherapy.
• Demonstrated experience with mammalian cell culture, molecular biology techniques (e.g. PCR, Western blot)
• Familiarity with research compliance (IRB/IBC/IACUC), data privacy, and biosafety requirements.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications

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

FUNCTION: Research and Scholarship

SUB-FUNCTION: Research

CAREER BAND: Individual Contributor - Specialized

CAREER LEVEL: S2

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