Laboratory Research Operations Analyst S1

Laboratory Research Operations Analyst S1

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The Orthopaedic Biomechanics Laboratory within the Department of Orthopaedics at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking candidates for a Laboratory Research Operations Specialist position with immediate need. Ambitious, self‑motivated, hard‑working, bright graduates interested in a full‑time position near the main Ohio State University campus in Columbus, OH, are welcome to apply. This opportunity is supervised by Vice Chair of Research Dr.

Nathaniel Bates, PhD. The successful applicant will have the unique opportunity to engage in clinical and laboratory‑based research across multiple divisions within the Department of Orthopaedics. Through this diversity of projects, the applicant will be extended ample opportunities for publication in peer‑reviewed medical journals.

• Data Curation (estimated 65% FTE)
  • Data Collection – Lead laboratory data collections of both live patient and cadaveric studies. Responsibilities include setup, tear down, specimen handling, and dissection. The candidate will be expected to learn and operate multiple technical systems including 3D motion analysis, electromyography, embedded force platforms, mechanical simulators, and any new technology introduced to the laboratory for scientific testing purposes.
  • Data Management – Manage the curation, organization, cleanup, refinement and processing of laboratory data from collection through termination. The laboratory maintains an array of ongoing projects; therefore, data management is essential. Candidate efforts will target preparing data for statistical analysis and preserving the integrity of created datasets.
  • Data Analysis – Under the guidance of Dr. Bates, the candidate will learn and participate in the statistical analysis of collected data to prepare results for publication. The candidate will implement university‑provided and public domain software to accomplish this goal.
• Study Coordination (estimated 15% FTE)
  • Assist in development and submission of protocols to the Ohio State University IRB, contacting and recruiting potential research subjects, obtaining ethical consent of study participants, conducting longitudinal follow‑up, and maintaining records as defined by the IRB and research regulatory standards.
  • Prepare laboratory facilities and equipment for data collection and maintain a professional laboratory environment for the conduction of research efforts.
• Data Dissemination (estimated 15% FTE)
  • Aid in the creation of abstracts, manuscripts, reports, figures, and tables related to laboratory projects and data.
  • Contribute to efforts targeted at development and submission of extramural funding applications, although the candidate will not be responsible for independent proposal curation.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration (estimated 5% FTE)
  • Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including neuroscience, engineering, health sciences, medicine, and more. Collaborative relationships will be overseen by Dr. Bates for the benefit of the Orthopaedic Biomechanics Laboratory.
  • Aid in fostering new and existing relationships both internal and external to OSUWMC to generate novel project opportunities for the laboratory.

This position is tied to funding and is a 2‑year opportunity with potential for extension based on resource availability.

Qualifications

Candidates interested in applying should hold a B.S. in engineering, health sciences, kinesiology, or a related field. Applicants must exhibit tangible interest in research activities, maintain a strong academic record, demonstrate an independent work ethic, and possess a high level of self‑motivation. The applicant should have strong organizational skills as they will be expected to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Functional knowledge of programming in languages such as MATLAB and Python is essential.

Experience with statistics and the ability to implement statistical software is preferred, as is experience with motion analysis.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 0 years of relevant experience required.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience preferred.

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Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.