Research Senior Associate - Comprehensive Cancer Center

Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Paid time off and holidays

State retirement plan or equivalent

Job summary

Ohio State University’s Comprehensive Cancer Center seeks a Research Senior Associate to join Dr. Chockley’s lab. The role supports lab members, performs immune-related assays, and contributes to administrative duties.

The team focuses on novel cancer therapies using advanced molecular biology and in vivo models. Ideal candidates will have experience with immune cell modification techniques, mammalian cell culture, and data analysis.

Qualifications

• Experience in immunology or immunotherapy research.
• Mammalian cell culture and molecular biology techniques are required.
• Familiarity with IRB/IBC/IACUC, data privacy, biosafety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist PI and team; conduct assays as directed.
• Handle inventory management and lab operations.
• Ensure protocol compliance and data organization/analysis.
• Possible independent projects with PI guidance.

Skills

Immunology techniques

Mammalian cell culture

Molecular biology

Data analysis

Education

Master's Degree

Tools

PCR

Western blot

Job description

Job Title:

Research Senior Associate - Comprehensive Cancer Center

Department:

Medicine | School Biomedical Sciences Molecular Medicine and Therapeutics

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 will have 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

Additional Information:

Location: Pelotonia Research Center (1040)

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.

Benefits:

• 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.