Research Assistant, Division of Hematology & Oncology

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.” UC's momentum includes anchoring the Cincinnati Innovation District, operating the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country (with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences), and contributing $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio.

About the role

As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, the College of Medicine’s faculty and providers are transforming the world of medicine every day.

The Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Hematology Oncology is recruiting for a full-time Research Assistant in a lab focused on investigating bone complications and bone pain in sickle and control mice.

Responsibilities

• Active role in animal husbandry within the lab including but not limited to: preparing for bone marrow transplants (BMT), identifying donors and colony managers, performing injections and cell cultures.
• Document and organize research results and data according to NIH’s preferred good laboratory management practices (LabArchives) and UCLIMS.
• Make independent contributions to projects and studies based on evidence-based literature.
• Perform statistical and graphical analysis of data, interpretation of data, and validity of testing.
• Maintain timely project goals, deadlines, and studies for contributions to publications and grant funding applications.
• Organize research results and data according to good laboratory management practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Four (4) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.
• Additional related work experience may be required depending on field or discipline.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Sitting: Continuously
• Repetitive hand motion (such as typing): Often
• Hearing, listening: Often
• Talking: Often
• Standing: Often
• Walking: Often
• Bending: Often
• Stooping: Often
• Lifting (up to 20 pounds): Often
• Kneeling, squatting: Seldom
• Noise: There is sufficient noise to cause you to shout in order to be heard above the noise level.
• Hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts of machinery or tools used to perform work, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals.
• Atmospheric Conditions: Conditions that affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.

Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

• Comprehensive Tuition Remission: UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
• Robust Retirement Plans: As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.
• Real Work-Life Balance: UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
  • Vacation and sick time
  • 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
  • 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
• Additional Benefits Include:
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
  • Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
  • Professional development & mentorship opportunities