Eye Circadian Research Technician II

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic's Rao Lab on the Main Campus is seeking a laboratory technician to support circadian biology research related to retinal neurovascular development and disease. You will perform essential lab techniques, prepare reagents, and assist with analyses under the guidance of the Research Staff Supervisor.

The role emphasizes hands-on lab work, data accumulation, and ongoing contribution to publications and grant-related activities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and two years of experience in a research or related laboratory environment
• OR Associate’s Degree in a laboratory science field and one year of experience
• OR Bachelor’s Degree

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory techniques procedures required for experimental studies.
• Perform technical lab duties as delegated by the Research Staff Supervisor related to the assigned project.
• Schedule and perform the various analyses needed to complete the project.
• Assist with establishing and scheduling of various procedures and analysis.
• Prepare reagents and purify chemicals using chromatography, distillation, etc.
• Identify, separate and quantify various substances.
• Conduct tests and procedures utilizing various laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Accumulate data from analyses, prepare charts, graphs, statistical tables for presentation to Research Staff Supervisor for final analysis and preparation for publication, grant proposals and applications for research funds.
• Potentially order laboratory supplies and equipment.

Job description

Cleveland Clinic's Rao Lab on the Main Campus is seeking a laboratory technician to support circadian biology research related to retinal neurovascular development and disease. You will perform essential lab techniques, prepare reagents, and assist with analyses under the guidance of the Research Staff Supervisor.

The role emphasizes hands-on lab work, data accumulation, and ongoing contribution to publications and grant-related activities.