Research Assistant

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Job Title:Research AssistantDepartment:Dentistry | Orthodontics

The Ohio State University College of Dentistry seeks a Research Assistant to join its Division of Orthodontics. This is a temporary, grant funded position. The Orthodontics Division provides excellent, comprehensive orthodontic treatment for all ages. The orthodontic faculty members are leaders in their profession, and you will work with respected clinicians and educators work along with our orthodontic resident to provide the best care to our patients.

The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated, organized, detail-oriented person enthusiastic about basic science to join a team-based laboratory studying bone biology and dental implant system. The Research Assistant will perform laboratory experiments and activities including: imaging analysis based on microcomputed tomography and cone beam computed tomography, anatomy, dissection, histology of dental implant-bone construct, mouse, rat, pig, and dog, cell culture, animal care, dynamic mechanical analysis, and computer-based data analysis. The Research Assistant will support and contribute to multiple projects in the laboratory setting, with opportunities to work with and train other lab members. Lastly, the Research Assistant will present collected data at lab meetings and in one-on-one meetings with the lab director and contribute figures and text to scientific posters and publications by laboratory members.

Screening Requirements:

This position requires successful completion of a criminal background check and drug and alcohol screening.

Compensation

$15.00 - $19.71

Work Schedule
Varying schedules between M-F, 8:00a.m-5:00p.m

Physical Requirements
The body must be able to bend, stoop and reach in order to perform many procedures. The ability to sit and stand for a duration of time is also necessary. Other specific requirements include color spectrum differentiation; manual dexterity/motor coordination, hand-eye coordination, physical communications; visual acuity and communication/language development. Individuals in this position may be exposed to the following: bloodborne pathogens; chemical hazards (skin irritants); equipment; and use of sharp instruments. Occasional work during evenings and weekends may be required

Experience and Education
Required : A Bachelors or Masters degree in a biological/health science or Engineering. Micro-CT imaging analysis and coding skill are required. Also, basic skills in the Microsoft office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) are required.

Desired : Knowledge of and/or willingness to perform laboratory techniques, including: use of laboratory mice, rats, pigs, and dogs, mouse colony maintenance, histology and related approaches, calculating and making chemical reagents and solutions, molecular biology, cell culture, computer technologies, scientific reading/writing, and keeping organized and detailed laboratory notebooks.

Additional Information:Location:Postle Hall (0024)Position Type:Temporary (Fixed Term)Scheduled Hours:12 Shift: First Shift Final 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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