Open Positions
The Gene Therapy Institute is committed to establishing a culturally and intellectually diverse environment, encouraging all members of our learning community to reach their full potential. Browse our open positions listed below.
The Department of Neurological Surgery at The Ohio State University College of Medicine is initiating a search for multiple tenure track faculty positions; positions are available at the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor levels. This position works closely with translational scientists across basic science departments and within the Gene Therapy Institute.
The Ohio State University Gene Therapy Institute is a newly organized interdisciplinary community bringing together world-class faculty with diverse expertise in the area of gene therapy research. Successful applicants will join a rapidly growing research environment dedicated to translating laboratory discoveries through preclinical basic science characterization to first in human clinical testing. Gene Therapy Institute faculty are building a multi-disciplinary, collaborative, research environment to rapidly advance therapies to treat disease. Individuals with research interests in novel gene therapy approaches (viral, non-viral) to manipulate brain function in health and disease are encouraged to apply.
Qualifications
Required: Candidates should have a Ph.D., and/or M.D. degree, post-doctoral training, a commitment to basic and/or translational neuroscience, and a history of strong research productivity. Individuals will be evaluated on their ability to establish innovative independent research programs as well as develop collaborative ideas of focus with existing programs.
Applications should include a Research Statement detailing planned independent research, description of previous research experience and a detailed curriculum vitae (CV).
Any questions can be directed to the chair of the search, Dr. Krystof Bankiewicz, through Kaitlen Knight at Kaitlen.Knight@osumc.edu.
Staff Positions
Job Description Summary
Research Senior Technician to assist and support scientific investigation to study genome editing technologies to advance treatments for genetic diseases as directed in the Departments of Biological Chemistry and Pharmacology, Ophthalmology and Visual Science, and Gene Therapy Institute, The Ohio State University College of Medicine; independently conducts assigned experiments; performs a variety of molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques and procedures including PCR reactions, gel electrophoresis, assays, cell cultures and Northern and Western analysis; sorts and processes tissue and blood samples; tests and evaluates current procedures; performs routine procedures on lab animals; records, consolidates and assists with analysis of research results; assists in evaluating validity of data obtained from experimental procedures; summarizes data for inclusion in grant proposals and manuscripts; prepares research progress reports; assists principal investigator with the preparation of publications, manuscripts, articles, posters, and abstracts; conducts library research on requested topics through researching current literature; oversees and maintains accurate records of laboratory activities; assists with training of junior research staff, and undergraduate and graduate students in research methods and equipment operation; sets up and operates laboratory equipment; monitors research supply, including specimens, inventory and initiates procurement requests as needed.
Postdoctoral Positions
Job Description Summary
Post Doctoral Researcher to pursue education and experience in research under the supervision of designated faculty in the Department of Biological Chemistry and Pharmacology, for a period generally not to exceed three years; performs basic science and applied research in the field of Gene Therapy with considerable scope and complexity; identifies and selects problems to be studied in agreement with Principal Investigator; plans and performs complex experiments and procedures; coordinates, collects, and analyzes data; prepares research results for publication in reports, papers, journal, books, presentations, conference and other media; prepare seminars, talks, and lectures; supervise over assigned research staff and students; assists with laboratory techniques and operates laboratory equipment; performs basic lab maintenance duties; maintains lab supplies; and other duties as assigned.
The general research interest is to develop Adeno-associated virus (AAV) vectors to treat various diseases such as ocular blindness, and to study basic biology and virus host interaction. A major focus is vector engineering to enable more effective, safer, and regulatable gene delivery. Projects are designed with strong translational potential and the promise of significant clinical impact.
The Gene Therapy Institute at The Ohio State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.