The Ohio State University's Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking a Research Associate to support and participate in scientific investigations within the Flow Cytometry Shared Resource (FCSR). This role is crucial for managing data, inventory, instrument quality control, and assisting researchers with experiments and data analysis.
Requirements
- Ability to translate, adapt and apply academic or practical knowledge in the conduct of biological/health science research is required.
- Performs a variety of molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques and procedures using prescribed laboratory methods assists with the design and implementation of experiments
- Performs routine research and patient sample analysis for investigators on flow cytometry instruments
- Responsible for analysis of the flow cytometric data and application of fluorescent concepts including multiparameter analysis
- Assists with routine maintenance and quality control of FCSR equipment
Responsibilities
- Assists with all activities of the FCSR including data management, inventory management and instrument quality control, interacts with research and hospital clinical staff
- Performs a variety of molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques and procedures using prescribed laboratory methods assists with the design and implementation of experiments
- Performs routine research and patient sample analysis for investigators on flow cytometry instruments
- Responsible for analysis of the flow cytometric data and application of fluorescent concepts including multiparameter analysis
- Works closely with investigators and research staff regarding sample preparation and collection/interpretation of data results
- Assists with routine maintenance and quality control of FCSR equipment, assists in the preparation of presentation quality graphics for manuscripts and grant submissions
Other
- A Bachelors degree in a biological/health science or an equivalent combination of education is required.
- 3 years of relevant experience required with Associate's Degree, or 1 years of relevant experience required with Bachelor's Degree.
- Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.
- A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
- The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
