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Research Senior Associate- Neuroscience

Columbus, OH โ€ข On-site

Ohio State University
Scientific Research and Development Servicesย โ€ขย 51 - 200 employees

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

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Job Title:Research Senior Associate- NeuroscienceDepartment:Medicine | School Biomedical Sciences Neuroscience

Research Senior Associate who designs, executes and manages research projects investigating neural circuits of behavioral thermoregulation and fever in a foundational (basic) biological/health science research laboratory in the Department of Neuroscience, Wexner medical center at the OSU; collaborates with principal investigator (PI) to develop and implement goals and objectives of studies; conceptualizes, designs and executes complex laboratory experiments; plans and executes advanced molecular and cellular analysis, 2-photon calcium imaging, data analysis of functional imaging data, fluorescent in-situ and immunohistochemistry, molecular cloning, zebrafish genetic (i.e. CRISPR, transgenesis) techniques; plans, coordinates and oversees processing and analysis of data; analyzes and interprets research data; develops and implements new and/or revised research methodology and techniques; plans and tests experimental designs, sampling techniques, and analytical methods; develops and establishes research controls, criteria and standards; performs critical analysis of literature relevant to research; collaborates with principal investigator to write and prepare 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; attends and presents research results at national and international scientific conferences, workshops and seminars; assists with development, writing and preparation of grant proposals to obtain new or renewal of extramural funding in support of research; investigates, identifies and recommends possible sources of research funding; participates in developing and managing grant budgets; monitors expenses; monitors and enforces laboratory safety procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, as well as local, state and federal regulations, including proper disposal and maintenance of regulated materials; trains and/or supervises research staff; manages daily operations of the laboratory; oversees and initiates procurement of lab supplies and equipment; provides technical assistance and supervision of equipment; negotiates and oversees equipment service contracts and repairs. Experience with zebrafish and functional calcium imaging will be a plus.

Minimum Education Required

Master's Level Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Qualifications

Master's Degree or equivalent experience required; 3 years of relevant experience required with Bachelor's Degree, or 1 year of relevant experience required with Master's Degree. Considerable experience in a biological/health research capacity is required. A Doctoral degree in an appropriate biological/health science field is desirable.

Function: Research and Scholarship

Sub Function: Research

Career Band: S

Career Level: S2

Additional Information:Location:Rightmire Hall (0308)Position Type:RegularScheduled Hours:40Shift:First Shift

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