Research Senior Associate- Neurological Surgery

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University in Columbus, OH is seeking a Research Senior Associate in Neurological Surgery to advance studies of brain tumor biology, including meningioma and glioma, through epigenetic and metabolic pathways. You will design and manage research projects, contribute to grant proposals and manuscripts, and present findings at national and international conferences.

The role includes supervising staff, coordinating purchases, and overseeing mouse colonies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Neuroscience or related Biological Sciences; 3 years of relevant experience with Bachelor's, or 1 year with Master's.
• Ability to translate, adapt and apply academic knowledge in biological/health science research.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, execution and management of research projects.
• Assist in grant proposals, manuscripts and presentations for conferences.
• Oversee purchases, onboarding, mouse colony, and supervision of staff and trainees.

Skills

Cell culture

Histology

PCR

Flow cytometry

Education

Master's degree in Neuroscience or related biological sciences

Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience or related biological sciences

Tools

Animal handling

Job description

Job Title: Research Senior Associate - Neurological Surgery

Department: Medicine | Neurological Surgery

A full-time research senior associate (1.0 FTE) position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Joshua Casaos, Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurological Surgery. The lab focuses on investigating targetable pathways at the epigenetic and metabolic level in brain tumors, including meningioma and glioma. Techniques and work include: cell culture, protein work, PCR, histology/IHC, multiplex, spatial sequencing, bioinformatics, and animal work.

Role and duties include: The candidate will work in a collaborative team environment, while being expected to be a self-motivated investigator who can manage their time efficiently. The position will be responsible for design, execution, and management of research projects as well as assisting in the preparation of grant proposals, research manuscripts, and preparation of presentations at national and international conference/workshops. Must be able to work independently to carry out experiments and learn new techniques/protocols. The candidate will assume management and leadership roles within the laboratory, in particular overseeing purchases and expenditures, onboarding/training of research personnel on equipment and safety protocols, management of mouse colony, and oversight and provision of scientific guidance and technical expertise to undergraduate students, graduate students, post-doctoral fellow, and staff.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Master's Degree in Neuroscience or related Biological Sciences or equivalent wet lab experience required; 3 years of relevant experience required with Bachelor's Degree, or 1 year of relevant experience required with Master's Degree. Ability to translate, adapt and apply academic and/or practical knowledge in the conduct of biological/health science research is required. Strong communication and teamwork skills a must.

Experience in basic science research (cell culture, histology, WB/PCR, flow cytometry, animal work) is preferred.

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.

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