Research Assistant - RI Clin & Tran Muszynski Job at Nationwide Children's Hospital

Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus, OH 43205

Overview:
The Center for Clinical and Translational Research at the Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital seeks a highly motivated individual for a Research Assistant position. The person in this position will perform research experiments in the areas of immunology and transfusion medicine under the supervision of principal investigator, Jennifer Muszynski MD. Dr. Muszynski is a pediatric critical care physician and clinician scientist whose research focuses on immunobiology of critical illness and transfusion-related immunomodulation.
Why Nationwide Children's Hospital?:
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Responsibilities:
  • Performs research experiments independently or semi-independently in accordance with protocols approved by the principal investigator. Such experiments may involve the use of human subjects any may require evening and/or weekend duties.
  • Prepares and tests substrate, conducts assays, and prepares tissue cultures for use in research studies, as applicable.
  • Ensures accuracy of laboratory analytical procedures as required by specific research projects.
  • Collects and controls experimental data and maintains accurate daily logs of experiments including methods, results, and conclusions.
  • Interprets the results of data analyses with input from the principal investigator.
  • Assists the principal investigator in the preparation of scientific publications and grant proposals.
  • Make recommendations about refinement and/or replacement of laboratory analytical procedures. Implements such refinements or new procedures with input from the principal investigator.
  • Instructs other laboratory workers and students in standard methods, practices, procedures, and equipment operations.
  • Maintains a clean working area and performs general laboratory maintenance. Adheres to proper safety techniques and procedures.
  • Performs miscellaneous related duties.
Qualifications:
KNOWLEDGE , SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
  • Associate’s degree in Veterinary Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology, Biotechnology or a relevant field of science from an accredited college.
  • Six months to two years of relevant laboratory experience or Bachelor Degree in biology, biochem or related field.
  • Course work in anatomy, physiology, statistics, relevant research methods and radiation desirable.
MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Preparing test substrates, conducting assays, preparing cultures
  • Interpreting results of data analyses with PI
  • Miscellaneous paperwork associated with research
  • Ordering supplies
  • Preparation of budget
  • Instructing other lab personnel
  • Kneeling / reaching
  • Finger dexterity
  • Talking / hearing / seeing
  • Lifting / carrying weight 0-20 pounds for 1-5 minutes

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 individual 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 his/her supervision.

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet



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