Research Assistant Non Exempt PAA Research Grant Funded

Company: Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Location: Columbus
Posted on: September 16, 2020

Job Description:

Job Details Full-time5 hours ago Qualifications - Flow cytometry - Microsoft Excel - Math - Microscopy - Research - Bachelor's degree Full Job Description Overview: Reasearch Assistant Non Exempt - PAA Research Grant Funded Full-time; Benefits Eligible We are seeking a Research Assistant for a minimum one-year full-time industry supported position. We are a fast-paced laboratory that requires the ability to meet set deadlines; conduct well-controlled, hypothesis-driven studies and consistently pay attention to both detail and precision. The Research Assistant will perform experiments according to established laboratory protocols and under supervision of the Laboratory Manager and Principal Investigator. Responsibilities: Executes experiments according to established laboratory protocols. Performs bacterial culture, in vitro biofilm formation & antibody-mediated biofilm disruption assays, antibiotic killing assays and bacterial quantitation/purity assessment by dilution plating and/or flow cytometry. Collects and analyzes data in accordance with appropriate statistical procedures and prepares reports, inclusive of graphs, tables, and captured images of the results of studies. Maintains detailed laboratory notebooks and electronic records. Monitors use of reagents and supplies to assure budgetary constraints are followed. Maintains a clean working area and adheres to proper safety techniques and procedures. Communicates daily with Lab Manager to discuss results and progress. Qualifications: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EDUCATION REQUIRED: Minimum Qualifications: Ability to analyze raw data and perform appropriate statistical analyses using Microsoft Excel and/or GraphPad is required Bachelor of Science degree in related field Minimum of 2-3 years of laboratory research experience Preferred Qualifications: Excellent math skills are required Ability to maintain detailed and up-to-date laboratory notebooks and electronic records is required Adeptness at bacterial culture utilizing sterile technique is required Experience in bacterial quantitation by dilution plating method is required Familiarity with antibiotic killing assays is desired Experience with dual color flow cytometry is preferred, but not required Experience with scanning confocal laser microscopy is preferred, but not required Minimum Physical Requirements: 70% Conducting research studies 20% Collecting and analyzing data 10% Preparing reports and miscellaneous paperwork associated with research 10% Kneeling / reaching 100% Finger dexterity 100% Talking / hearing / seeing 5% Lifting / carrying weight 0-20 pounds for 1-5 minutes. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet Why Nationwide Children's Hospital?: Why Nationwide Children's Hospital The moment you walk through our doors, you can feel it. When you meet one of our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it, too. Welcome to Nationwide Children's Hospital, where Passion Meets Purpose. Here, Everyone Matters. We're 12,000 strong. And it takes every single one of us to improve the lives of the kids we care for, and the kids from around the world we'll never even meet. Kids who are living healthier, fuller lives because of the knowledge we . We know it takes a Collaborative Culture to deliver on our promise to provide the very best, innovative care and to foster new discoveries, made possible by the most groundbreaking research. Anywhere. Ask anyone with a Nationwide Children's badge what they do for a living. They'll tell you it's More Than a Job. It's a calling. It's a chance to use and grow your talent to make an impact that truly matters. Because here, we exist simply to help children everywhere. Nationwide Children's Hospital. A Place to Be Proud Show full job description Apply Now

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