Research Senior Associate - Surgery Critical Care, Trauma and Burn

Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Research Senior Associate in the Surgery Critical Care, Trauma and Burn department. The role focuses on designing and conducting complex laboratory experiments, employing molecular and cellular techniques, and mentoring junior lab members.

You will collaborate with the principal investigator to analyze data, prepare grants and manuscripts, and manage grant budgets and lab purchases while ensuring strict safety and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a biological/health science or equivalent experience required.
• 3 years relevant experience required with Bachelor's degree, or 1 year with Master's degree.
• Doctoral degree in an appropriate biological/health science field is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualizes, designs, and executes complex lab experiments.
• Plans and executes advanced molecular/cellular techniques (Western blots, ELISAs, basic coagulation assays, confocal imaging).
• Collaborates with PI to analyze data, write grants/manuscripts for publication/presentation.
• Manages daily lab operations including procurement, safety, and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Western blot

ELISA

Confocal imaging

Coagulation assays

Education

Master's degree required

Bachelor's degree with 3+ years experience

PhD desirable

Job description

Job Title

Research Senior Associate - Surgery Critical Care, Trauma and Burn Department: Medicine | Surgery Critical Care Trauma and Burn

Position Summary

Conceptualizes, designs, and executes complex laboratory experiments; plans and executes advanced molecular and cellular techniques, including but not limited to Western blots, ELISAs, basic coagulation assays, and confocal imaging; participates in training and overseeing methodologies conducted by more junior lab members. Performs critical analysis of literature relevant to research; collaborates with principal investigator to perform organization and statistical analysis of the data and write and prepare grants and manuscripts for publication and presentation. Participates in developing and managing grant budgets and lab purchases; monitors and enforces laboratory safety procedures to ensure compliance. Manages daily operations of the laboratory including procurement, technical assistance and equipment maintenance.

Required Qualifications

Master's Degree in an appropriate biological/health science 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. Doctoral degree in an appropriate biological/health science field is desirable.

Additional Information

Location: Davis Heart and Lung Research Institute (0113)

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.

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.

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

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.

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