Post Doctoral Scientist - Gene Therapy

Nationwide Children's Hospital • Columbus, OH

17h

About The Position

The Rashnonejad Lab is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented postdoc to join our team focused on developing AAV gene therapies for neuromuscular/neurological disorders. The successful candidate will be able to work independently on multiple projects in a dynamic, highly productive environment. This role requires strong organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, daily record-keeping, problem-solving, intellectual curiosity, and continuous learning. Applicants should hold a PhD in a relevant field and possess research experience, particularly in AAV, gene therapy, neuromuscular science, and iPSC-derived 3D organoid models. Conducts research, designs experiments, analyzes data, and presents findings under the mentorship of an established RI principal investigator or Senior Research Scientists. Appointment is a maximum of 7 years in length.

Requirements

• PhD or equivalent degree in relevant field of science, required.
• Research experience from PhD program, required.
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Daily record-keeping
• Problem-solving
• Intellectual curiosity
• Continuous learning
• Research experience, particularly in AAV, gene therapy, neuromuscular science, and iPSC-derived 3D organoid models.
• Effective interpersonal skills required in interactions with scientists, physicians, and laboratory colleagues.
• Excellent laboratory technical skills.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Skills in qualitative and quantitative research methods.
• Ability to proactively manage and drive projects.

Responsibilities

• Designs experiments, develops protocols, and conducts research under the guidance of a faculty mentor.
• Assists in the training and supervision of technical support staff in performing specific techniques essential to carrying out the research program.
• Records and analyzes data generated by the research study.
• Assists in the development of hypotheses for further investigation from the results of the studies performed.
• Assists with the preparation of scientific and technical papers for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Presents findings at local and national research forums.
• Collaborates with other ongoing research efforts either at NCH or at The Ohio State University.
• Works toward research independence, preparing to submit proposals to and obtain funding from external granting agencies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree