Senior Research Associate, Gene Therapy & In Vivo Research

Nationwide Children's Hospital Inc; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children’s Hospital is seeking a detail-oriented Research Associate to support our gene therapy research programs. You will work with the principal investigator and lab members on multiple projects, performing DNA cloning, molecular assays, and in vivo mouse experiments while maintaining thorough records.

You will coordinate activities, contribute to scientific publications and budget planning, and mentor junior staff in a fast-paced, productive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field; Master's degree preferred.
• Two years of post-degree research experience, or one year with a Master's.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous record-keeping.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research under PI guidance and perform DNA cloning, molecular assays, and in vivo mouse experiments.
• Organize experiments, maintain records, and ensure data integrity and reproducibility.
• Prepare reports, graphs, and tables; present findings to PI and team.
• Mentor less experienced staff and coordinate activities of laboratory personnel.

Skills

Research methods

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Nationwide Children’s Hospital is seeking a detail-oriented Research Associate to support our gene therapy research programs. You will work with the principal investigator and lab members on multiple projects, performing DNA cloning, molecular assays, and in vivo mouse experiments while maintaining thorough records.

You will coordinate activities, contribute to scientific publications and budget planning, and mentor junior staff in a fast-paced, productive environment.