Senior Research Associate to design, execute and manage research projects in Cancer Immunology and Immunotherapy in the laboratory of Dr. Mark P. Rubinstein as directed in the OSUCCC Pelotonia Institute for Immuno-Oncology (PIIO) in the Comprehensive Cancer Center.

The Rubinstein laboratory is focused on basic and translational approaches for the immune-based therapies for cancer and other human disease. Ongoing efforts include understanding why immunotherapy works in some patients and fails other patients. Furthermore, ongoing efforts include the development of novel therapeutics to overcome resistance mechanisms limiting current therapeutic approaches. The successful candidate will have a strong interest in contributing to these efforts and also training students and junior laboratory staff. Furthermore, the successful candidate can help lead collection of samples from the clinic. If these interests align with your goals, please include this in your cover letter. For inquiries about the position please reach out to Dr. Mark Rubinstein at cancerimmunologyjobs@osumc.edu.

• collaborates with principal investigator (PI) to develop and implement goals and objectives of studies

• conceptualizes, designs and executes complex laboratory experiments

• plans and executes advanced molecular and cellular techniques using advanced genetic and immunological technologies to aid the development of immune-based strategies for the treatment of cancer, including single cell sequencing, high dimensional imaging, cloning, molecular biology, immunohistochemistry, Western blot, tissue culture, PCR and flow cytometry

• collect, sort, and process tissue and blood samples from cancer patients

• records and consolidates research data

• collaborates with principal investigator to write and prepare research papers and manuscripts for publication and presentation at national and conferences and workshops, and in the writing of project reports, articles and other document

• research current scientific literature on specified topics

• oversee instruction of research assistants, undergraduate, and graduate students in laboratory procedures and operation of equipment

• calibrate various laboratory equipment and operate microscopes, centrifuges and other laboratory equipment

Education/Experience:

• Master's degree in an appropriate biological/health science or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required, Doctoral degree preferred.

• Requires 4 years of relevant experience in a biological/health research capacity, 5+ years preferred.

• Knowledge of genetic and immunological technologies, single cell sequencing, high dimensional imaging, cloning, molecular biology, immunohistochemistry, Western blot, tissue culture, PCR and flow cytometry highly desired.

• Requires successful completion of a background check; qualified candidates may be asked to complete a pre-employment physical, including a drug screen.

Function: Research and Scholarship

Subfunction: Research

Career Band: Individual Contributor - Specialized

Career Level: S2

The Ohio State University is a dynamic community of diverse resources, where opportunity thrives and where individuals transform themselves and the world. The Ohio State University is one of the nation’s largest and most comprehensive public universities and a top employer in Ohio.

As one of only 50 designated comprehensive cancer centers in the nation, The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute is dedicated to the creation of knowledge in laboratory, clinical and population-based cancer research. We apply those discoveries to develop more effective approaches to cancer prevention, diagnosis, and therapies – providing tomorrow’s standard of care today. A Cancer-Free World Begins Here.

The OSUCCC – James is the only cancer program in the United States that features a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center aligned with a nationally ranked academic medical center and a freestanding cancer hospital on the campus of one of the nation’s largest public universities. is the only cancer program in the United States that features a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center aligned with a nationally ranked academic medical center and a freestanding cancer hospital on the campus of one of the nation’s largest public universities.

By the start of employment, all newly hired employees must receive at least the first dose of a two-dose series or a single dose of a one-dose series COVID-19 vaccination. Individuals who choose a two-dose series vaccination must receive the second dose within 45 days of their start date. Proof of vaccination will be required at time of hire.

Candidates may request a medical or religious exemption from the vaccination requirement. Campus employees may also request an exemption for personal reasons. Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, College of Medicine or OSUP Employees are not eligible for personal exemptions. All exemptions are subject to Ohio State’s approval and subject to change, including revocation, due to legal and regulatory requirements.

Target hiring range for this position: $53,800 - $71,700 per year

As an Ohio State employee you will also have access to many benefits such as:

• Retirement Package choice of OPERS or Alternative Retirement Plan

• Competitive Vacation and Sick Leave Program

• 11 Paid Holidays per year

• Medical Insurance

• Dental and Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Opportunity to purchase season tickets to OSU sporting events

• Additional discounted rates on things such as select cell phone plans, pet care, food and dining, etc.