The Ohio State University·Columbus, Ohio
The Research Associate plans and executes research projects focusing on DNA damage response and nucleic acid-based therapeutics. Responsibilities include designing complex experiments, analyzing data, preparing manuscripts, and coordinating laboratory activities for staff and students.
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Job Title: Research Associate Department: Medicine | School Biomedical Sciences Biological Chemistry and Pharmacology Research Associate participates in planning, design, execution, and management of research projects in a foundational (basic) biological/health science research laboratory investigating DNA damage response pathways, DNA repair mechanisms, and nucleic acid–based therapeutics in the Department of Biological Chemistry and Pharmacology; participates in developing and implementing goals and objectives of studies; designs and executes complex laboratory experiments; works with antisense oligonucleotides (ASOs), siRNA, or miRNA, and related oligonucleotide-based therapeutic platforms; collects, analyzes and interprets research data; assists with development and implementation of new and/or revised research methodologies and techniques; tests experimental designs, sampling techniques, and analytical methods and make recommendations for utilization; assists in establishment of controls, criteria and research standards; performs critical analysis of literature relevant to research being undertaken; assists in the preparation of research papers and manuscripts for publication and presentation at national and conferences and workshops, and in the writing of project reports, articles and other documents; assists principal investigator in the preparation of proposals to obtain new or renewal of extramural funding in support of research; coordinates laboratory activities and work assignments of postdoctoral researchers, graduate and undergraduate students, and laboratory research staff; oversees and coordinates periodic maintenance and testing of laboratory equipment; performs additional duties as assigned.
Minimum Education Required Bachelor’s Level Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Education Master’s degree or higher in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, or a related biomedical science field is preferred.
Required Qualifications 3 years of relevant experience required with Associate's Degree, or 1 years of relevant experience required with Bachelor's Degree.
Ability to translate, adapt and apply academic and/or practical knowledge in the conduct of biological/health science research is required.
Research experience in DNA damage response and DNA repair. Experience designing and evaluating oligonucleotide-mediated gene knockdown or gene modulation experiments.
Location: Pelotonia Research Center (1040) Position Type: Term (Fixed Term) Scheduled Hours: 40 Shift: First Shift Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process. Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the frequently asked questions. The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
A Bachelor's degree with 1 year of experience or an Associate's degree with 3 years of experience is required. A Master's degree in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, or a related biomedical science field is preferred.
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