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Research Assistant II/III - Bone Marrow Transplantation - Ziady Lab Job in Cincinnati, Ohio US

Research Assistant II/III - Bone Marrow Transplantation - Ziady Lab

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center - Cincinnati, OH

Posted: 3/21/2026 - Expires: 4/20/2026

Job ID: 293297137

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Job Description

The Ziady Lab at Cincinnati Children's is seeking a research assistant to investigate the molecular mechanisms underlying inflammatory lung disease, with a primary focus on cystic fibrosis. The lab studies regulation of Nrf2 signaling pathways and applies advanced approaches including proteomics, biochemical analyses of antioxidant enzymes, protein expression and modification studies, non-viral gene delivery using DNA nanoparticles, small animal imaging, and systems biology. The lab leverages state-of-the-art instrumentation and analytical tools to gain insight into lung disease biology and therapeutic discovery.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

* Serve as a Resource - Demonstrate competence in specific knowledge, skills and behaviors. Effectively communicate with team members and contribute to their growth by sharing knowledge, experience, and skills. Stay abreast of changes in key systems. Serve as a resource to the department in specific area(s).

* Perform experiments and record data - Follow research protocol. Maintain accurate and detailed records of all laboratory work and experiments. Analyze data; perform statistical and graphical analysis of data. Design and execute daily laboratory experiments in coordination with senior laboratory personnel. Reproduces and evaluates techniques and results for accuracy. Apply standard protocols to specific experiments, research and improve current methods, and evaluate innovative techniques. Assists in training students and new/junior laboratory personnel in laboratory techniques and equipment operation.

* Customer Service - Maintain/manage strong working relationships with clients, colleagues, and other key stakeholders. Respond to requests quickly and effectively. Identify and understand customer needs and expectations and meets them. Communicate any relevant information to clients, colleagues, and other key stakeholders.

* Lab Administration - Troubleshoot and correct erroneous results or problems with laboratory equipment. Reproduces and evaluates techniques and results for accuracy. Maintain inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment. Maintain cell cultures. Operate standard laboratory equipment. Use and maintains laboratory equipment appropriately. Responds to obviously erroneous results or problems with equipment. Assists in daily operations of the laboratory including answering phone, maintaining lab supplies, organization, and cleanliness.. Provides appropriate safety monitoring checks as assigned (radiation safety, biosafety, etc.).

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

* Required for RAII:

*High school diploma or equivalent AND 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline OR

Preferred:

*Bachelor's degree in a related field

Required for RAIII:

*Bachelor's degree in a related field AND 1 year of directly related experience OR Master's degree in a related field

Expected Starting Range: 20.57 - 25.72 (RAII) 50,544-62,150.40 (RAIII)

Primary Location
Location T

Schedule
Full time

Shift
Day (United States of America)

Department
Bone Marrow Transplantation

Employee Status
Regular

FTE
1

Weekly Hours
40

About Us

At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's.

Cincinnati Children's is:

* Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best C

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Job Summary

Employment Type:
Full Time Employee
Job type:
Regular Employment
Skill Based Partner:
No
Education Level:
High school graduate
Work Days:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
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Applied Math: 4
Graphic Literacy: 5

Workplace Documentation: 5