Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, nearly 12,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”
With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, the oldest and one of the largest cooperative education programs, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals $2 billion.
UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, or a related scientific or health field.
• 1 year of relevant experience in a research or laboratory setting (can include academic experience).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Familiarity with research data management practices and ethical conduct of human subjects research.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS CONSIDERED

• Master’s degree (MPH, MS, or related).
• Experience working with IRB protocols or human subjects regulatory documentation.
• Familiarity with REDCap or other electronic data capture systems.
• Exposure to statistical software (e.g., Stata, R, SAS).
• Knowledge of biospecimen handling and inventory systems.
• Demonstrated interest in infectious disease, virology, cancer epidemiology, or global health research.
• Experience in academic, hospital, or public health research environments.
• Background in laboratory procedures.
• Participation in study coordination, clinical data abstraction, or regulatory documentation.
• Experience assisting with manuscript or grant preparation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Sitting - Continuously
• Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Often
• Bending - Often
• Stooping - Often
• Lifting - up to 20 pounds - Often
• Kneeling, squatting - Seldom
• Noise: There is sufficient noise to cause you to shout in order to be heard above the noise level.
• Hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts of machinery or tools used to perform work, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals.
• Atmospheric Conditions: Conditions that affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.

• Research Support & Compliance: Assist with drafting, submitting, and maintaining Institutional Review Board (IRB) protocols and amendments. Support development, documentation, and maintenance of SOPs for lab and study-specific procedures. Help ensure adherence to ethical and regulatory standards in human subjects research.
• Data Management: Assist with data entry, cleaning, and quality control using Excel, REDCap, or statistical software (e.g., Stata, R, SAS). Organize and maintain accurate and up-to-date research records and databases. Generate simple reports, data summaries, and tables as needed.
• Sample & Laboratory Management: Manage inventory of samples, including assisting with labeling, logging, storage, and retrieval of biospecimens from -80°C freezers. Maintain freezer logs and track chain-of-custody for samples. Support adherence to biosafety and laboratory safety procedures.
• Administrative & Operational Support: Order laboratory and office supplies; track purchases and expenditures. Schedule and coordinate study-related meetings, interviews, and data collection activities. Assist with preparation of presentations, progress reports, and manuscripts. Serve as a liaison between the PI, study staff, institutional offices, and external collaborators.
• General Duties: Provide day-to-day administrative support to ensure smooth study operations. Attend team meetings and take notes or action items as needed. Perform other duties as assigned in support of the research team.