Researcher 3

Inside Higher Ed; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a Researcher 3 to conduct complex scientific investigations in a translational research laboratory. The ideal candidate will manage and implement advanced research projects, analyze data, and contribute to publications and grants. A Master's degree with relevant experience is required. This role involves providing technical expertise in the areas of gut-immune-brain interactions and circadian rhythms, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and overseeing laboratory operations.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience required with Bachelor's Degree.
• 3 years of relevant experience required with Master's Degree.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex scientific investigations.
• Develop and manage research projects with PI.
• Analyze and evaluate experimental data.
• Write manuscripts and research reports for publication.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety regulations.

Skills

Complex scientific investigations

Molecular biological procedures

Technical expertise in brain research

Data analysis and evaluation

Research grant proposal writing

Education

Master's Degree

Job description

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Job Title

Researcher 3

Department

Medicine | Psychiatry

Position Overview

Researcher to conduct complex scientific investigations in Leah Pyter’s translational research laboratory in the Institute of Brain, Behavior, and Immunology functioning as a specialist or technical expert in mechanistic studies of gut‑immune‑brain interactions and circadian rhythms in the context of cancer; collaborates with Principal Investigator (PI) to develop, manage and implement research projects; plans, designs, and conducts complex & advanced research; plans and executes advanced molecular biological and biochemical procedures specializing & providing technical expertise in brain, behavior, and immunology; extracts, analyzes & evaluates experimental data; develops and implements new or revised research methods; assists PI in research & development efforts of new research projects; works closely with PI to determine and develop goals of projects; develops and establishes criteria & research standards to meet goals of research projects; plans and writes manuscripts, articles, abstracts and research reports for publication in scientific journals; attends and presents research results at scientific conferences; actively contributes to developing, writing, editing and critiquing research grant proposals; investigates potential sources of funding and makes recommendations to principal investigators; participates in developing and establishing working relationships with current & potential sponsors of research; oversees appropriate maintenance of all laboratory equipment; negotiates and oversees equipment service contracts and repairs; participates in developing and implementing laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Safety Manual; monitors, oversees & ensures compliance to local, state and federal laboratory health and safety rules, regulations and guidelines; provides training of research staff in executing new research methods; serves as a consultant to other investigators in area of expertise.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Master's Degree or equivalent experience required; 5 years of relevant experience required with Bachelor's Degree, or 3 years of relevant experience required with Master's Degree.

Additional Information

Location: Institute for Behavioral Medicine Research (0878)
Position Type: Term (Fixed Term)
Scheduled Hours: 40
Shift: First Shift

EEO Statement

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. As required by Ohio Revised Code section 3345.0216, Ohio State will: educate students by means of free, open and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth; equip students with the opportunity to develop intellectual skills to reach their own, informed conclusions; not require, favor, disfavor or prohibit speech or lawful assembly; create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth and tolerates differences in opinion; treat all faculty, staff and students as individuals, hold them to equal standards and provide equality of opportunity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.