Research Assistant, Hoxworth Blood Center, Division of Research

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 47,000 students, 10,500 faculty and staff and 330,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, eight straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 athletic conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.6 billion and its endowment totals $1.9 billion.

The Division of Research of Hoxworth Blood Center is searching for a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual for our Basic Research Laboratory. The candidate will assist in the execution of basic molecular, biochemical and cell biological experiments in the area of hematology and cancer biology. The candidate will make independent contribution to the project and studies. The candidate will be a part of Dr. Ramesh Nayak’s laboratory at Hoxworth Blood Center and will work under the supervision of Dr. Nayak.   

• Perform molecular biology experiments including genomic DNA isolation, plasmid isolation, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), quantitative real time PCR, gene cloning into expression vector.
• Perform cell biological and biochemical experiments including cell culture, generation of retroviruses and lentiviruses, protein quantification assay, SDS-PAGE and western blot, isolation of murine bone marrow cells, murine peripheral blood, immunostaining and flow cytometric analyses of murine bone marrow and peripheral blood.
• Assist in animal colony management and animal husbandry. 
• Maintain records of laboratory inventory and place orders in order to keep the laboratory well stocked with supplies and reagents.
• Contribute effectively to the collective team effort. 
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all laboratory testing and experiments. Analyze data, perform statistical and graphical analysis of data, and interpret results. Author material for reports, journal articles, and abstracts.
• Strong time management, organizational, effective problem solving, and multi-tasking skills are required. 
• Good communication and teamwork skills are required.

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Five (5) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Experience in molecular and cell biological techniques including DNA isolation, PCR, SDS-PAGE, western blots and cell culture will be given preference. Applicants with previous experience in immunostaining and flow cytometry are encouraged to apply.

• Sitting - Continuously
• Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Often
• Hearing, listening - Often
• Talking - Often
• Standing - Often
• Walking - Often
• Bending - Often
• Stooping - Often
• Lifting - up to 20 pounds - Often
• Kneeling, squatting - Seldom
• Noise: There is sufficient noise to cause you to shout in order to be heard above the noise level.
• Hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts of machinery or tools used to perform work, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals.
• Atmospheric Conditions: Conditions that affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.

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 prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran.

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