Research Associate Post Bachelor - RI Perinatal Gallagher

Research Associate Post Bachelor - RI Perinatal Gallagher Nationwide Children's Hospital - 3.9 Columbus, OH Job Details Full-time 9 hours ago Qualifications Computer literacy Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description Overview:

The Gallagher Laboratory studies clinical, translational, and basic aspects of normal and perturbed blood development and inherited and acquired disorders of the erythrocyte. Interests include genetic bases of erythrocyte volume regulation in normal and disease states such as sickle cell disease. Another focus is study of gene regulation in hematopoiesis including role of specific transcription and epigenetic proteins, chromatin architecture and DNA methylation, on the regulation of entire programs of genes. His group applies omics strategies, including scRNA and microRNA transcriptome analyses, RNA seq, ChIP-seq, CUT&RUN, CUT&tag technology, ATAC sequencing, genome-wide methylation studies, as well as phosphor- and quantitative proteomics techniques, to the understanding of hematopoiesis

Job Description Summary:

Conducts research within a general area under the supervision of senior research personnel and the Principal Investigator (PI) as a part of the Research Post-Baccalaureate Program. Manages basic and complex projects ensuring timelines, deliverables, and expectations are met.

Job Description:

Essential Functions:

Conducts research studies and laboratory analysis under supervision. Organizes research experiments, appropriately arranges subjects, and maintains records. Collects experimental data, conducts analysis in accordance with statistical procedures, and retains accurate logs of methods, results, and conclusions. Prepares reports, including graphs, tables, and photographs, of the results for PI review. Collaborates with other researchers doing similar studies. Serves as an experienced resource for other Investigators and mentors less experienced research staff. Observes difficulties encountered in set up and conduction. Assists the PI with the preparation of scientific publications and grant proposals. Attends scientific conferences and gives scientific presentations. Orders and maintains inventory, ensures equipment is in working order, and prepares budget proposals for equipment and supplies required to conduct research. Monitors study expenditures to assure that budgetary constraints are followed and that research studies are conducted within budget. Assists with preparing research budgets and prepares budget proposals for future research projects.

Education Requirement:

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field, within the past three years, required.

Skills:

Ability to use research methods in generating and collecting data and analyzing the data for report preparation. Ability to develop complex position papers and reports, and help in preparation of research grant proposals and scientific publications. Effective computer skills.

Experience:

Laboratory or research experience, required.

Physical Requirements:

OCCASIONALLY

Bend/twist, Climb stairs/ladder, Lifting /

Carrying:

11-20 lbs, Pushing /

Pulling:

26-40 lbs

FREQUENTLY

Biohazard waste, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Cold Temperatures, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Electricity, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Hot Temperatures, Lifting /

Carrying:

0-10 lbs, Pushing /

Pulling:

0-25 lbs, Standing, Walking

CONTINUOUSLY

Audible speech, Color vision, Computer skills, Decision Making, Depth perception, Flexing/extending of neck, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Reaching above shoulder, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing - Far/near, Sitting, Squat/kneel "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 individuals 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 their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"