Research Associate

Company Description Nationwide Children’s Hospital is one of America’s largest pediatric hospitals and an international leader in child health research, ranked in all 10 specialties on U.S. News & World Report’s 2025-26 “America’s Best Children’s Hospitals” list. More than 1,600 medical professionals and over 16,000 employees deliver state-of-the-art care for approximately 1.8 million patient visits each year, making Nationwide Children’s the leading provider of pediatric surgery in the country. The hospital offers comprehensive care across every major pediatric subspecialty and operates over 50 locations throughout Ohio, with internationally recognized programs in heart, cancer, gastroenterology, and neonatology. Nationwide Children’s is home to the Department of Pediatrics of The Ohio State University College of Medicine and the Abigail Wexner Research Institute, one of the Top 10 NIH-funded freestanding pediatric research facilities. Since its founding in 1892, the hospital has upheld its mission to provide care regardless of a family’s ability to pay, supported by Nationwide Children’s Foundation and The Center for Family Safety and Healing. Role Description The Research Associate is a full-time, on-site role based in Columbus, OH, supporting clinical and translational research activities within Nationwide Children’s Hospital and the Abigail Wexner Research Institute. This position assists with designing and implementing research protocols, including participant recruitment, data collection, data entry, and maintenance of accurate and confidential study records. The role involves conducting literature reviews, preparing materials for Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions, and ensuring adherence to regulatory, ethical, and institutional guidelines. The Research Associate collaborates with investigators and multidisciplinary teams to analyze data, prepare figures and tables, and contribute to abstracts, manuscripts, and grant applications. Daily tasks may also include coordinating study logistics, communicating with clinical staff and families, and helping to maintain laboratory or research equipment and supplies. Qualifications Strong research and analytical skills, including literature review, data collection, data management, and basic statistical analysis. Experience with scientific writing and documentation, such as drafting protocols, reports, abstracts, and contributions to manuscripts. Attention to detail in maintaining accurate records, managing databases, and following regulatory and IRB requirements. Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with investigators, clinical teams, participants, and families. Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced academic medical environment. Bachelor’s degree in a life science, public health, psychology, or related field; advanced degree (e.g., MPH, MS) or prior research experience is preferred. Familiarity with pediatric or clinical research settings and comfort working in hospital and #J-18808-Ljbffr Nationwide Children's Hospital