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Research Associate- Microbial Infection and Immunity

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Columbus, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 7/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/8/2026
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Job Description

Research Associate participates in planning, design, execution, and management of research projects in a foundational (basic) biological/health science research laboratory investigating the regulation of natural killer cell surface receptors in the Department of Microbial Infection and Immunity; participates in developing and implementing goals and objectives of studies; designs and executes complex laboratory experiments; performs advanced molecular biology, cell culture, and/or flow cytometry techniques and procedures (e.g. natural killer (NK) cell culture and isolation, plasmid reporter assays, flow cytometry, western blotting, immunoprecipitation); 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 routine experimental procedures on laboratory animals including surgical procedures and/or administration of drugs, and harvesting of tissues; oversees care of laboratory animals; 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 with a Major in biological sciences.

Required Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in an appropriate biological/health science or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required; Master's degree preferred. 1 year of experience required. 3-5 years of relevant experience preferred. Ability to translate, adapt and apply academic and/or practical knowledge in the conduct of biological/health science research is required; experience in a biological/health research capacity is required; experience with molecular biology, cell culture, and/or microscopy techniques desired; experience with animal handling and husbandry desired.

Function: Research and Scholarship

Sub-function: Research

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The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

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