Research Senior Associate at The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio

Job Description:

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Job Title:Research Senior AssociateDepartment:Medicine | School Biomedical Sciences Cancer Biology and Genetics

Dr. Amanda Toland's laboratory in the Department of Cancer Biology and Genetics and the OSU Comprehensive Cancer Center (CCC) studies genetic susceptibility to cancer including characterization of variants of uncertain significance, polygenic risk using genetic epidemiology, the role of inherited germline genetics on somatic mutations in tumors, and cancer health disparities using a variety of population data, cell line and model species approaches. We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join the Toland lab as a Researcher 2. This individual will function as a technical expert in cancer genetics and genomics, will work closely with the principal investigator (PI) to develop project goals, execute research experiments, and aid in dissemination of research findings. The Researcher 2 will also provide training and guidance to laboratory staff and students and will oversee laboratory management including ordering and research compliance. It is expected that the individual will adhere to high ethical and scientific standards.

FUNCTION: Research and Scholarship

SUBFUNCTION: Research

CAREER BAND: Individual Contributor - Specialized

CAREER LEVEL: S2

Qualifications:

A Master's Degree in an appropriate genetics/biological/health science or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Considerable (4+ yrs.) experience in a molecular genetics and/or genomics techniques is required; expertise in zebrafish work desired; expertise in CRISPR-cas9 mediated editing a plus, genomic analysis of gene expression and/or genotyping using R or other genomics pipelines preferred; experience in a progressively responsible administrative capacity is preferred. Requires successful completion of a background check. Qualified candidates may be requested to complete a pre-employment physical including a drug screen.

Additional Information:

The Ohio State University is a dynamic community of diverse resources, where opportunity thrives and where individuals transform themselves and the world. The Ohio State University is one of the nation's largest and most comprehensive public universities and a top employer in Ohio.

As one of only 54 designated comprehensive cancer centers in the nation, The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center - Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute is dedicated to the creation of knowledge in laboratory, clinical and population-based cancer research. We apply those discoveries to develop more effective approaches to cancer prevention, diagnosis, and therapies - providing tomorrow's standard of care today. A Cancer-Free World Begins Here.

Hiring Range:

$55,100 - 72,400 per year.

Location:Biomedical Research Tower (0112)Position Type:RegularScheduled Hours:40
Shift:First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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