Laboratory Research Operations Technician

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Laboratory Research Operations Technician at The Ohio State University’s Medicine | Health and Rehabilitation Sciences coordinates PMHS workflows and supports biomechanical research in Graves Hall. Under supervision, you will help with anatomical specimen handling, histology, imaging, data collection, and daily lab operations, while upholding confidentiality and ethical standards.

This full-time position requires a high school diploma or GED and 1 year of relevant experience, with 2-4 years

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• 1 year of relevant experience required.
• 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate PMHS screening and specimen workflows.
• Assist with dissection, specimen preparation, histology and imaging.
• Support experimental testing, data collection, and lab safety.
• Liaise with Body Donor Program and IBRC staff to maintain operations.

Skills

Attention to confidentiality

Professionalism

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Laboratory Research Operations Technician# Careers## Laboratory Research Operations TechnicianApply: College of Medicine/Office of Health Sciences: Full time: Posted Today: R161235Screen reader users may encounter difficulty with this site. For assistance with applying, please contact [e-mail]. If you have questions while submitting an application, please review these frequently asked questions.**Current Employees and Students:**If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at The Ohio State University, please log in to Workday to use the internal application process.Welcome to The Ohio State University's career site. We invite you to apply to positions of interest. In order to ensure your application is complete, you must complete the following:* Ensure you have all necessary documents available when starting the application process. You can review the additional job description section on postings for documents that may be required.* Prior to submitting your application, please review and update (if necessary) the information in your candidate profile as it will transfer to your application.## Job Title:Laboratory Research Operations Technician## Department:Medicine | Health and Rehabilitation SciencesThe Laboratory Research Operations Technician provides essential technical and operational support to the Injury Biomechanics Research Center (IBRC). Working under the general supervision of the IBRC Director or designee, this role supports research involving postmortem human subjects (PMHS), human biological tissues, anatomical specimens, biomechanical testing, hard-tissue histology, and advanced anatomical imaging. The individual coordinates PMHS screening and specimen workflows; performs or assists with anatomical dissection, specimen preparation, histology, and imaging; supports experimental testing and data collection; and maintains organized, safe, and compliant research spaces. The role also serves as a day-to-day liaison with the Body Donor Program (BDP) and coordinates with other IBRC staff, student workers, vendors, and university partners to support efficient laboratory operations and the successful execution of research projects. MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS High School diploma or GED. Certification or vocational training may be preferred. 1 year of relevant experience required. 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred.## Additional Information:The Injury Biomechanics Research Center (IBRC) is an interdisciplinary research environment integrating anatomy, biomechanics, imaging, engineering, and experimental testing to study human injury mechanisms. This position works directly with donated human remains, human biological tissues, and anatomical specimens and requires consistent professionalism, respect for donors, attention to confidentiality, and adherence to all applicable ethical, safety, and institutional requirements.## Location:Graves Hall (0277)## Position Type:Regular## Scheduled Hours:40## **Shift:**First Shift***Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.***