Research Associate - RI  Center for Microbe and Immunity

Overview

Job Description

Summary: Conducts independent research within a general area in conjunction with a Principal Investigator (PI). Manages basic and complex projects ensuring timelines, deliverables, and expectations are met.

Job Description

Essential Functions: Conducts independent research studies and laboratory analysis in conjunction with PI. Organizes research experiments, appropriately arranges subjects, and maintains records. Collects experimental data, conducts analysis in accordance with statistical procedures, and retains accurate logs of methods, results, and conclusions. Prepares reports, including graphs, tables, and photographs, of the results for PI review. Collaborates with other researchers doing similar studies. Serves as an experienced resource for other Investigators and mentors less experienced research staff. Observes difficulties encountered in set up and conduction. Assists the PI with the preparation of scientific publications and grant proposals. Attends scientific conferences and gives scientific presentations. Orders and maintains inventory, ensures equipment is in working order, and prepares budget proposals for equipment and supplies required to conduct research. Monitors study expenditures to assure that budgetary constraints are followed and that research studies are conducted within budget. Assists with preparing research budgets and prepares budget proposals for future research projects. Education Requirement: Bachelor's Degree in relevant field, required. Master's Degree, preferred.

Skills

Ability to use research methods in generating and collecting data and analyzing the data for report preparation. Ability to develop complex position papers and reports and help in preparation of research grant proposals and scientific publications. Effective computer skills.

Experience

• One year of post-degree research experience, or a Master's Degree, required.
• Physical
• Requirements:
• Occasionally:
• Bend/twist,
• Climb stairs/ladder,
• Lifting /
• Carrying: 11-20 lbs,
• Pushing /
• Pulling: 26-40 lbs
• FREQUENTLY: Biohazard waste, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Cold Temperatures, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens,
• Electricity,
• Fume /Gases /Vapors,
• Hot
• Temperatures,
• Lifting /
• Carrying: 0-10 lbs,
• Pushing /
• Pulling: 0-25 lbs,
• Standing,
• Walking
• CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Computer skills,
• Decision
• Making,
• Depth perception,
• Flexing/extending of neck,
• Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Reaching above shoulder, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Sitting, Squat/kneel "The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet" The moment you walk through our doors, you feel it. When you meet our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it. Welcome to Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Where Passion Meets Purpose. Here, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are integrated into our core values and practices. We are passionate about building, sustaining and evolving an inclusive and equitable environment. We are seeking individuals who live these values and want to share their experiences and efforts in support of our collective mission. We’re 15,000 strong. And it takes every one of us to improve the lives of the kids we care for, and the kids around the world we’ll never meet. Kids who live healthier, fuller lives because of the knowledge we share. We know it takes a Collaborative Culture to deliver on our promise to provide the very best, innovative care and to foster new discoveries, made possible by the most groundbreaking research. Anywhere. Ask anyone with a Nationwide Children’s badge what they do for a living. They’ll tell you it’s More Than a Job. It’s a calling. It’s a chance to use and grow your talent to make an impact that truly matters. Because here, we exist simply to help children everywhere. Nationwide Children’s Hospital. A Place to Be Proud.