Research Scientist- Neurological Surgery

The Ohio State University•Columbus, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Research Scientist is responsible for establishing and leading an independent, nationally competitive research program within the Department of Neurological Surgery. This specialized role is primarily achieved through individual effort and direct accountability for setting the research direction within their areas of oversight. The scientist's core responsibility is to secure significant salary and program funding by writing and submitting grant proposals of original research as Principal Investigator (PI), co-investigator, or collaborator to extramural sponsors. Duties encompass the full research lifecycle: developing and testing original hypotheses; planning, designing, and executing advanced research experiments; developing and implementing new research techniques and methodologies; conducting rigorous statistical analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of raw data; and serving as the primary author for manuscripts, abstracts, and research reports published in peer-reviewed journals. Furthermore, the scientist is accountable for compliance with federal and institutional safety regulations (e.g., laboratory, radiation) and oversees the daily activities of the assigned labs, including directing procurement, ensuring equipment maintenance, developing new collaborative opportunities, and formally supervising and training junior research staff, post-doctoral researchers, residents, and students.

Requirements

Doctorate (Ph.D., M.D., or an equivalent terminal degree) in Biology, Molecular or Cellular Biology, Medicine, Biomedical Sciences, Engineering, or a closely related field.
Advanced expertise in the relevant area.
Successful completion of a background check.
Qualified candidates may be asked to complete a pre-employment physical, including a drug screen.

Responsibilities

Establish and lead an independent, nationally competitive research program.
Secure significant salary and program funding through grant proposals.
Develop and test original hypotheses.
Plan, design, and execute advanced research experiments.
Develop and implement new research techniques and methodologies.
Conduct rigorous statistical analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of raw data.
Serve as the primary author for manuscripts, abstracts, and research reports.
Ensure compliance with federal and institutional safety regulations.
Oversee daily lab activities, including procurement and equipment maintenance.
Develop new collaborative opportunities.
Formally supervise and train junior research staff, post-doctoral researchers, residents, and students.