Research Laboratory Operations Analyst

Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical center is seeking a Research Lab Operations Analyst to coordinate daily operations of a translational immunology research team. The role involves managing lab protocols, compliance, and staff oversight, requiring a Bachelor's degree and supervisory experience in biological sciences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Considerable knowledge of laboratory methods and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily lab operations and compliance.
• Oversee onboarding and staff timekeeping.
• Perform various laboratory techniques as needed.

Skills

Laboratory methods

Cellular and molecular biology techniques

Supervisory experience

Animal husbandry

Cell culture

Education

Bachelor's Degree in biological sciences

Master's Degree

Job description

The Research Lab Operations Analyst will participate in coordinating daily operations and organization of a focused team of translational immunology researchers in the Comprehensive Cancer Center. Key responsibilities include:

1. Manage OSU-specific software (Workday) required submissions and monitoring for hiring new staff, students, and volunteers.
2. Perform basic onboarding tasks for new employees and approve staff timekeeping in Workday.
3. Serve as a technical resource in the lab; develop and implement new lab protocols under supervision from the Principal Investigator.
4. Oversee students, postdocs, and staff use of specialized equipment.
5. Direct, oversee, and authorize day-to-day purchases and maintenance; negotiate pricing with external vendors for lab equipment and supplies.
6. Manage compliance certification and policy review for staff, students, and volunteers; enforce compliance with federal, state, and University standards.
7. Assist with administrative documents including material transfer agreements and permits; maintain and update biosafety (IBC), animal use (IACUC), and human subjects (IRB) protocols as required.
8. Assist with clinical sample documentation, procurement, and storage.
9. Perform in vivo, in vitro, and molecular laboratory techniques as needed; techniques include flow cytometry, tissue processing, cell sorting, mammalian cell culture, RT-PCR, RNA and DNA isolation, genetic cloning, lentiviral infection of mammalian cells, and in vivo transplantation of immune-deficient mice.

Minimum Education Required: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience (preferably in the biological sciences).

Additional Education Desired: Master's Degree.

Required Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree in an appropriate field or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Considerable knowledge of laboratory methods, materials, and equipment is required. A minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience is strongly desired; considerable experience in various aspects of cellular and molecular biology techniques is preferred; cell culture experience is desired; animal husbandry and handling experience is desired. Successful completion of a background check is required; qualified candidates may be asked to complete a pre-employment physical including a drug screen.