Research Associate - Surgery

About the role

Research Associate in a foundational biological/health science laboratory investigating Cardiac Research within the Department of Surgery, Cardiac Division at Ohio State.

Responsibilities

• Participate in planning, design, execution, and management of research projects.
• Develop and implement study goals and objectives.
• Design and execute complex laboratory experiments.
• Perform advanced molecular and cellular techniques.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret research data.
• Assist with development and implementation of new or revised research methodologies and techniques.
• Test experimental designs, sampling techniques, and analytical methods; make recommendations for utilization.
• Assist in establishing controls, criteria, and research standards.
• Perform critical analysis of relevant literature.
• Assist in preparation of research papers, manuscripts for publication and presentation at national/international conferences and workshops; write project reports, articles, and other documents.
• Assist principal investigator in preparing proposals for new or renewed extramural funding.
• Coordinate laboratory activities and work assignments of postdoctoral researchers, graduate and undergraduate students, and laboratory staff.
• Oversee and coordinate periodic maintenance and testing of laboratory equipment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s level degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1‑3 years of relevant experience required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate biological/health science or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to translate, adapt, and apply academic and/or practical knowledge in biological/health science research.
• Experience in a biological/health science research capacity is preferred.
• Successful completion of a background check required; may be asked to complete a pre‑employment physical including a drug screen.

Skills

• Advanced molecular and cellular techniques.
• Data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Literature review and critical analysis.
• Manuscript and grant proposal preparation.
• Coordination of laboratory personnel and student training.
• Laboratory equipment maintenance and testing oversight.