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Job Title:
Research Assistant
Department:
Veterinary Medicine | Veterinary Preventive Medicine
The College of Veterinary Medicine at The Ohio State University is seeking applications for two Research Assistants. The candidates will work alongside Dr. Arrudato supportfield studies oninfectiousdisease epidemiology. This roleinvolves frequent travel to livestock markets across Ohio and other U.S. States to conduct on-site data collection and stakeholder engagement. Specifically, this research assistant will work on a USDA-funded project “Market Matters,” which aims to enhance biosecurity in livestock markets.Responsibilities includeassisting with survey development and survey deployment,entering data on Excel spreadsheets,conducting basic data analysis, communicating with stakeholders and other students/collaborators,participating in meetings,and helping with preparation of reports anddisseminationmaterials as needed.
Essential functions to be performed by the candidate include:
Assist with development and refinement of survey instruments
Conduct in-person data collection at livestock markets, including administering surveys and documenting observations
Support data collection via online,mail andphonemethods as needed
Help coordinate logistics for livestock market visits and stakeholder meetingsacross multiples states
Enter and manage data using Excel and other software (e.g., R, Stata)
Assist with basic data analysis and visualization
Support preparation of reports, presentations, and printed materials
Participate in outreach and dissemination activities
This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a national biosecurity initiative with direct impact on livestock market preparedness. The student will gain experience in applied epidemiology, stakeholder engagement, and research translation.
Explore our extensive benefits
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Work-life: Flexible and remote work arrangement opportunities where applicable, childcare program, and access to educational, athletic and cultural events. Retirement: State pension and alternative options with competitive employer contributions, as well as optional supplemental plans. Health: Medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, life insurance, flexible spending accounts and wellness programming. Time off: Paid vacation and sick time, parental and medical leave plus 11 paid holidays. Short and long-term disability options also available. Financial: Tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, adoption assistance and discounts with preferred vendors and university partners. Wellness: Lifestyle spending account, employee assistance program, health reimbursement account, and employee wellness program.