Cincinnati Children's · 1 day ago
Research Assistant III/ IV - Gastroenterology - Dixit Lab
Cincinnati, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$24.30/hr - $28.46/hr
1+ years expCincinnati Children's is a leading children's hospital focused on improving children's health through science and discovery. The Dixit Lab in the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition is seeking a Research Assistant to support experiments investigating immune responses in pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer.
Health Care
Responsibilities
Leadership - May act as a mentor to more junior staff, serve as the contact for resolution of complex issues, provide education, guidance and work direction. May provide input and feedback to managers on hiring decisions, professional development and performance management
Lab Administration - Troubleshoot and correct erroneous results or problems with laboratory equipment. Provide Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) training according to regulations. Maintain optimal protocol and assay accuracy by conducting regular quality and reproducibility checks. Maintain inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment. Operate laboratory apparatus and equipment. Assists in daily operations of the laboratory including answering phone, maintaining lab supplies, organization, and cleanliness. Provide appropriate oversight for all required compliance issues as requested by the Principal Investigator
Develop, set-up, and verify new procedures in the lab - Standardize and establish new published procedures; evaluate innovative techniques. Participate in the development of new assays and testing of new protocols. Modify existing procedures as necessary to troubleshoot or make modifications based on changes in research design
Design and perform experiments and record data - Follow and formulate both existing and new research protocols. Independently reproduce, evaluate, research, and improve techniques currently used. Analyze data, perform statistical and graphical analysis of data, and interpret results. Maintain accurate and detailed records of all laboratory work and experiments. Assist in training postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and junior laboratory personnel in laboratory techniques and equipment. Contribute and write material for reports, publications, journal articles, and abstracts. Maintain an integral role in the laboratory's meetings, presentations, and publications
Serve as a Resource - Demonstrate advanced competence in specific knowledge, skills and behaviors. Effectively communicate with team members and contribute to their growth by sharing knowledge, experience, and skills; stay abreast of changes in key systems; serve as an expert resource to the department, and/or hospital in specific area(s)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related field AND 1 year of directly related experience OR Master's degree in a related field
Bachelor's degree in a related field
3 years of experience in related job discipline OR Master's degree and 2 years experience
Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture
Flow cytometry experience
qPCR experience
ELISA experience
Western blotting experience
Immunohistochemistry experience
Familiarity with mouse models
Familiarity with imaging techniques
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented research setting
Benefits
Medical coverage starting day one of employment.
Competitive retirement plans
Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs for qualified positions
Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
Physical and mental health wellness programs
Relocation assistance available for qualified positions
Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type
Company
Cincinnati Children's
Cincinnati Children’s, a nonprofit academic medical center established in 1883, offers services from well-child care to treatment for the most rare and complex conditions.
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