Research Senior Technician

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical center in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a highly motivated Research Senior Technician to join the Rathmell Laboratory. The role involves pivotal research in cancer immunology, requiring strong organizational and communication skills along with a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. The candidate will adapt to new technologies in a fast-paced environment and contribute to major research papers. This is a full-time position with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Ability to translate and apply academic knowledge in biological research.
• Experience in a biological/health science research capacity is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to cancer immunology research projects.
• Collaborate with lab staff and maintain clear communication.
• Adapt to new technologies and a fast-paced research environment.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Adaptability to new technologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Job description

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The Rathmell Laboratory, situated within the Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center (OSUCCC), is devoted to understanding the key drivers of tumorigenesis. Using primarily kidney cancers as models for cancer molecular mechanisms, the laboratory seeks to identify molecular factors governing transformation, tumor behavior, and metastasis. We explore cell intrinsic and cell extrinsic components, with a major area of focus on metabolic regulators of tumor cells, immune cells, and the microenvironment. We use molecular and genetic approaches, metabolomics, and immune profiling of tumor models and human samples.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our team as a Research Technician at OSUCCC. Your role will be pivotal in several significant research projects in cancer immunology and immunotherapy. You\'ll collaborate closely with the lab staff, so strong organizational and communication skills are crucial. Adaptability to new technologies and a fast-paced work environment is a must. You\'ll also have the opportunity to contribute to major research papers and participate in national and international conferences.

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• Ability to translate, adapt and apply academic and/or practical knowledge in the conduct of biological/health science research is required.
• Experience in a biological/health science research capacity is preferred.
• The university requires completion of a background check and qualified candidates may be asked to complete a pre-employment physical including a drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to cancer immunology and immunotherapy research projects.
• Collaborate with lab staff and maintain clear communication and organization.
• Adapt to new technologies and a fast-paced research environment.
• Contribute to major research papers and participate in national and international conferences.

Additional Information

• Function: Research and Scholarship
• Sub Function: Research
• Career Band: Individual Contributor - Technical
• Career Level: T3
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

The OSU Comprehensive Cancer Center – James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute is committed to the creation of knowledge in laboratory, clinical and population-based cancer research. We apply discoveries to develop more effective approaches to cancer prevention, diagnosis, and therapies. The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

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