Researcher 4

Position Summary

The laboratory of Dr. Eric Greidinger, Associate Director of the Center for Innate Immunity and Inflammation, investigates how innate immunityincluding STING signalingshapes the development and tissue targeting of autoimmune disease, and how anti-self responses arise in cancer. The long-term goal is to develop innovative therapies for conditions that currently lack effective treatments.

The Researcher 4 is a PhD-level independent contributor with advanced expertise in immunology and translational research. This role emphasizes high-level scientific leadership, complex experimental design, and innovation in methodology. The incumbent will independently direct projects of significant scope, apply advanced technical knowledge to develop novel practices and solutions, and provide authoritative expertise to shape research strategy. The Researcher 4 may oversee the work of junior researchers and trainees, mentor colleagues, and contribute to the overall scientific direction of the laboratory.

Duties amp; Responsibilities

Project Leadership amp; Innovation

• Conceive, design, and direct highly complex research projects involving murine models, de-identified human samples, and advanced molecular / cellular immunology techniques (e.g., multi-parameter flow cytometry, multiplex PCR, IHC, RNA / DNA sequencing, CRISPR editing, Western blotting, and tissue culture).
• Independently develop new research practices, methodologies, or models that may set precedent within the lab and broader field.
• Lead cross-disciplinary initiatives that integrate immunology with translational and clinical science.

Research Execution amp; Data Analysis

Scholarly Contributions amp; Grants

Mentorship, Collaboration amp; Lab Operations

Compliance, Procurement amp; Maintenance

Other Duties as Assigned

Required Qualifications

Demonstrated independent research accomplishments in immunology, molecular biology, or translational science.

Additional Information

The OSUCCC James is home to a National Cancer Institute (NCI)designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and a freestanding cancer hospital. The Pelotonia Institute for Immuno-Oncology (PIIO) is a bench-to-bedside initiative focused on harnessing the immune system against cancer, with strong emphasis on collaboration and innovation.