Research Scientist
The Ohio State University

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Job Title:Research ScientistDepartment:Medicine | Surgical Oncology

The Dedhia lab's mission is to understand and target drivers of therapeutic resistance and metastatic progression in endocrine cancers. We carry out these studies using novel methodologies, such as patient-derived organoids and single cell RNA sequencing in addition to relying on established molecular techniques.

We are searching for a driven, independent, and curious Research Scientist to champion these innovative translational studies. A successful candidate will have the opportunity to design and lead comprehensive research projects, design and execute experimental plans, and build partnerships with other members of the Center for Cancer Engineering. In the Dedhia lab, we believe impactful research is rewarding and strive to empower and equip members of our team to carry out impactful research.

The Research Scientist will function as a specialist or technical expert in molecular biology and organoid research.

Responsibilities of the Research Scientist will be to:

• Collaborate with Principal Investigator (PI) to develop, manage and implement research projects

• Design and conduct complex experiments utilizing cell lines and organoid models

• Plan and execute advanced molecular biological and biochemical procedures such as cell and organoid culture, realtime PCR, immunofluorescence, immunoblot, ELISA, and cloning techniques

• Analyze and evaluate experimental data

• Develop and implements new or revised research methods

• Assist PI in research & development efforts of new research projects

• Plan and write abstracts and manuscripts for publication in scientific journals

• Attend and present research results at national and international scientific conferences and workshops

• Actively contribute to developing, writing, editing and critiquing research grant proposals

• Oversee trainees, such as graduate students, post-doctoral fellows, and clinical fellows.

Education/Experience:

• Doctoral Degree in Biology, Biological Sciences or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience required

• Extensive experience in biological research capacity required

• Experience in a progressively responsible administrative capacity preferred

• Extensive experience planning & developing projects preferred

• Extensive knowledge and expertise of cell and organoid culture, realtime PCR, immunofluorescence, immunoblot, and cloning techniques desired.

• Requires successful completion of a background check.

• Selected candidate may be requested to complete a pre-employment physical including a drug screen.

Additional Information:

The OSUCCC - James is the only cancer program in the United States that features a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center aligned with a nationally ranked academic medical center and a freestanding cancer hospital on the campus of one of the nation's largest public universities.

By the start of employment, all newly hired employees must receive at least the first dose of a two-dose series or a single dose of a one-dose series COVID-19 vaccination. Individuals who choose a two-dose series vaccination must receive the second dose within 45 days of their start date. Proof of vaccination will be required at time of hire.

Candidates may request a medical or religious exemption from the vaccination requirement. Campus employees may also request an exemption for personal reasons. Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, College of Medicine or OSUP Employees are not eligible for personal exemptions. All exemptions are subject to Ohio State's approval and subject to change, including revocation, due to legal and regulatory requirements.

Pay Range:

$62,700 - 83,600 per year.

Location:Doan Hall (0089)Position Type:RegularScheduled Hours:40Shift:First ShiftFinal 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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