Research Assistant II​/III - Immunology - Alenghat Lab

Alenghat Lab at Cincinnati Children’s is seeking a motivated Research Assistant to join our dynamic team investigating epithelial and immune cell homeostasis in the context of intestinal health and disease. Our research focuses on uncovering molecular mechanisms—including epigenomic pathways—that regulate host‑microbiota interactions and influence innate immunity and chronic conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease. We are particularly interested in candidates with hands‑on experience in immunology and mouse models, including transgenic techniques and flow cytometry, to support our efforts in advancing translational insights into intestinal immune regulation.

• Perform experiments and record data
  —Follow established research protocols. Understand the scientific principles involved in the research. Apply those principles to troubleshoot and modify procedures and techniques when appropriate. Maintain accurate and detailed records of all laboratory work and experiments. Analyze data and perform statistical and graphical analysis of data. Design and execute daily laboratory experiments in coordination with senior laboratory personnel. Apply standard protocols to specific experiments.
  
  Assist in training post doctoral fellows, graduate students, and junior laboratory personnel in laboratory techniques and equipment. Capable of directing an undergraduate trainee in simple, well‑established procedures. Maintain an active role in laboratory’s meetings, presentations, and publications. Contribute material for reports, publications, journal articles, and abstracts. Able to orally present data in group presentations.

• Research and improve current methods
  —Utilize internal and external resources to reproduce, evaluate, research, and improve techniques, bring in new techniques or modify existing techniques. Evaluate innovative techniques.

• 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).

• Lab Administration
  —Troubleshoot and correct erroneous results or problems with laboratory equipment. Troubleshoot and/or make modifications as necessary to established procedures. Maintain inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment. Maintain cell cultures. Operate standard laboratory equipment. Willing and able to assist in daily operations of the laboratory including answering phone, maintaining lab supplies, organization, and cleanliness. Maintains optimal protocol and assay accuracy by conducting regular quality checks.
  
  Provides appropriate safety monitoring checks as assigned (radiation safety, biosafety, etc.).

• 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.

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/hr (RAII)
• 52,624 – 62,150.40 annually (RAIII)

Primary

Location:

Location S

Schedule: Full time

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Department: Immunobiology

Employee Status: Regular

FTE: 1

Weekly

Hours:

40

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability