Post 1
Below are the Research Assistantships (RA) positions available for the 2013-2014 academic year. You will need to submit an application for EACH position you are
applying for. Please only apply for those positions that you are
qualified for.
Make sure that you put the position number you are applying for on each
application.
Position Number: RA-13
Supervisor: Rahul Khupse, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Pharmaceutical Science
Description: (Part-time position)
RA will search literature for synthesis and activity of compounds using
databases like Pub-Med and Sci-Finder. RA will also set-up reactions and
monitor the progress of reactions using the Thin Layer Chromatography and Mass
spectrometry, perform NMR analysis and interpret spectra, assist in setting up
anti-bacterial assays, and maintain clean and safe organic chemistry
laboratory.
Position Number:
RA-14
Supervisor: Chris S. Ward, Ed.D., Associate Professor of Business, Director
of Experiential Learning, Student Engagement and Community
Outreach; and Dan
A. Yates, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Business
Description: (Full-time
position)
RA will conduct literature review and expand a current database (in SPSS) to
run statistical tests. RA will assist in the content and development of
research and the collection of data, analysis, reporting, and disseminate
information. RA will also help to develop workshops with the TLTC to
enhance skills based on observed needs and mentor students.
Position Number: RA-15
Supervisor: Cheri
Hampton-Farmer, Ph.D.
Assistant
Professor and Chair of Communications
Description:
(Part-time position)
Duties include collection of data that will require review of literature,
survey development, data analysis and writing articles of book chapters for a
targeted audience. RA will help to
develop the survey, complete the IRB forms, administer the survey, code the
data and write review findings.
Position Number: RA-16
Supervisor: Ryan
Schneider, PharmD, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Pharmaceutical Science
Description: (Part-time position)
RA will be involved with scientific literature evaluation including the use of
PubMed, principles of cell culture and aseptic technique, principles and
procedures of western blotting, assay development and optimization. RA
will also perform data analysis and principles of statistical analysis for the
appropriate representation of data.
Position Number: RA-18
Supervisor: Arindam Basu Sarkar, Ph.D., Assistant Professor Pharmaceutical Sciences
Description: (Part-time
position)
RA will provide support in the completion of several research projects through
operating analytical instruments and equipment, generation and interpretation
of data, performing laboratory experiments, and carrying out literature
research.
Position Number: RA-19
Supervisors: M. Chandra Sekar, Ph.D, Associate Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Brian Whitaker, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of
Animal Sciences
Description: (Part-time position)
RA will be expected perform the following experiments: Prepare and
isolate oocytes, treat cells with appropriate stimuli for required duration,
terminate and extract proteins, do protein determination, perform gel
electrophoresis, transfer protein and analyze by western blot, and perform and
understand amino acid sequencing results. Student should be
self-motivated and capable of working independently and executing and following
experimental directions.
Specific Qualifications: Academic training will require an undergraduate
degree in life sciences or at completed four-year college courses that include
advance courses in chemistry, biology and mathematics and basic knowledge of
cell signaling and receptor pharmacology. Experience with following biochemical
techniques - gel electrophoresis, cell culture, western blot and amino acid
sequencing is preferable.
Position Number: RA-20
Supervisor: Shankar
Lanke, Ph.D., Assistant
Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Description: (Part-time position)
RA will build datasets for Pop PK analysis and use NCA analysis to estimate the
initial parameters. PK methodologies such as Naive pooled data analysis,
standard two-stage, nonlinear mixed effects modeling approaches. RA will
use the analysis to perform error diagnosis, model checking, refinement and
evaluations.
Specific Qualifications: Must have sound knowledge of Microsoft Excel,
Calculus and Algebra. Student must have a prior bachelor's degree in
Pharmacy or in P5 pharmacy program.
Position Number: RA-21
Supervisor: Dr. Nabarun Ghose,
Professor of Marketing and Business
Description: (Part-time position)
Assist supervisor with research and program and project development and
execution. This includes, but is not limited to tutoring, library
research, abstracting articles, creating and maintaining bibliographical
records, database maintenance and creation, creation of promotional materials,
making presentations, data collection and statistical analysis. Will be
required to assist in the organization and execution of conferences.
Occasional domestic and international travel required. Assist
other faculty with writing international faculty development funding
applications. Assist with grant writing for funding from external
sources. Assist with word processing, mailings, scanning, copying,
assembling documents, filings, and other duties as determined or delegated by
the supervisor. Confidentiality is of the up most!
Specific Qualifications: Has experience working with SPSS, online
library research, eg. OHIOLINK, etc. Student will also need to be
organized, punctual, and dependable. Can travel occasionally, if
necessary. Prefer graduate students who can make a reasonable
longer-term commitment of over one term.
Position Number: RA-22
Supervisor: Judy Wahrman, Professor, College of Education, Director, Graduate Outreach and Partnerships
Description: (Part-time
position)
RA will assist with research for College of Education’s Graduate Outreach and
Partnerships program Professional Development projects. RA will be
working with faculty to research answers for specifically the Dual-Enrollment
program and Choose Ohio First. This includes the writing and coordinating
of grants and opportunities related to our mission. RA will be
responsible under faculty supervision for collecting data, organizing data,
data analysis, preparing spreadsheets, writing of preliminary and final
research reports. In addition, the RA will establish systems for accurate
and consistent communication with educational community members involved with
each project.
Position Number:
RA-23
Supervisor: Jill
Gear, Pre-Award Sponsored Programs
Description: (Full -time
position)
To assist the director in locating funding sources for specific projects
designated by faculty/staff; keep current database of identified and reviewed
funding sources; maintain individual files of funding sources, including
guidelines, examples of funded projects, ect.; supports Director in
compiling information necessary to complete applications; arranges for copying
and mailing proposals; acts as a member of project development team when
asked by Director; aids Director in marketing grants program to
faculty/staff- creates flyers, newsletters, ect.
Specific Qualifications: Strong language and computer skills
necessary. Ability to read and interpret documents such as requests for
proposals and Foundation guidelines; ability to proofread and edit
documents. Experience with utilizing software tools and internet search
engines; knowledge of Microsoft OfficeSuite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook,
etc.) and database applications.
Position Number: RA-24
Supervisor: Deborah A George, Ph.D., Director of Clinical
Education, Associate Professor of Physical Therapy
Description:
(Part-time position)
RA will assist in article
retrieval, transcribing tapes, and data entry for several on going research
projects. RA should have knowledge in
SPSS software, attention to detail, and general professional behavior.
Position Number: RA-25
Supervisor: Patricia Abels, D.B.A., CPA, Assistant Professor of Business
Description:
(Part-time position)
RA will assist in preparing publications and manuscripts in proper style for
submission, exploring gateways for dissemination of research and funding
sources for research activities, exploring existing research and prepare
reviews and synthesis of the (pertinent) literature. Other duties include
developing models for data collection, data entry and data analysis, report
writing and report presentation; generation of presentation graphics.
Research contemporary business developments for inclusion in curriculum and
further the development of instructional methodologies for the online and live
classes.
Position Number: RA-26
Supervisors: Jennifer
Fennema-Bloom,
Ed.D., Assistant Professor of TESOL and Bilingual Education, and Erin
Laverick. Ph.D. Director,
IELP, Assistant Professor of English as an International Language
Description:
(Part-time position)
RA will be responsible for assisting in revising IELP curriculum, analyzing
IELP assessment and retention data, and updating the IELP and TESOL webpages
when necessary. The RA will also track TESOL MA and endorsement
candidates and upload necessary materials to a database, and conduct ongoing
research for NCATE and TESOL affiliated standards. Assist with TESOL
program retention and alumni outreach and to support community outreach
projects.
Position Number:
RA-27
Supervisor: Paul Sears, Ph.D., Dean, College of
Business
Description:
(Part-time position)
GA will continue duties on projects in progress such as the Trans-Saharan
professional Exchange and Entrepreneurial Training Program, by helping to
organize and launce a website, “Africentury”, for business schools and faculty
world-wide interested in Africa as the final part of our $600,000 grant. Assist with college level recruiting and
retention projects, program level assessment data and analysis, and writing
economic development grants funded by government agencies and other external
sources to carry on our work in Africa.