Research Associate, Department of Environmental and Public Health Sciences

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Job Overview

A full time Research Associate staff position is available in the laboratory of Matthew Dodson, PhD in the Department of Environmental and Public Health Sciences at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine.

 

The Dodson lab focuses on genetic, dietary, and environmental factors that enhance the risk of developing type II diabetes and neurodegenerative disorders, as well as studying the role of ferroptosis in promoting both diabetic and neurodegenerative cell death. We are particularly interested in the mechanisms by which the environmental toxicant arsenic promotes disease progression. Responsibilities for this position include animal care and breeding, genotyping, cell culture, western blotting, immunofluorescence, and immunohistochemistry. This position encompasses individuals at all degrees that have a high level of competency in research but may not have an independent research program.

Essential Functions

• Assist with the coordination of research studies in a particular discipline.
• Make independent contributions to projects and studies based on professional training or functional experience.
• Solve problems using combined research knowledge.
• Independently works on whole projects/problems.
• Contribute to the collective team effort.
• Perform statistical and graphical analysis of data, interpret data and assist in judging validity of data.
• Analyze research results.
• Organize data search and analysis procedures.
• Assist in establishing test controls, criteria and research standards.
• Accomplish assigned results for project/studies, or for significant aspects of larger, complex assignments.
• Serve as a seasoned level researcher.
• May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.). 
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Minimum Requirements

At least two years working in a biology research lab.

Required Education

Bachelor’s Degree required in a related field.

Required Experience

• In depth knowledge of molecular and cellular biology.
• Familiarity with specialized software programs (i.e., GraphPad, Microsoft Office, ImageJ, Adobe Software)

Additional Qualifications Considered

Experience working with mice.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Sitting - Continuously

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and