Research Senior Technician - Comprehensive Cancer Center

Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio State University’s Medicine | Radiation Oncology division is seeking a Research Senior Technician to support the Comprehensive Cancer Center's scientific investigations. You will independently conduct experiments, perform PCR, gel electrophoresis, cell culture, and blot analyses, and help manage samples and records.

Responsibilities include assisting with data analysis, preparing progress reports, and contributing to publications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biological/health science or equivalent
• Ability to translate, adapt and apply academic or practical knowledge in biological/health science research
• Prefer 2-3 years relevant experience in biological/health research capacity

Responsibilities

• Conduct molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques as directed.
• Perform PCR, gel electrophoresis, assays, and cell culture.
• Prepare tissue and blood samples; monitor specimens and records.
• Assist in data analysis, grant progress reports, and publications.
• Train junior staff and students in research methods and equipment.
• Ensure lab compliance and procurement of supplies.

Skills

PCR

Gel electrophoresis

Cell culture

Molecular biology

Northern blot

Western blot

Data analysis

Lab training

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological/health science

Job description

Job Title

Research Senior Technician - Comprehensive Cancer Center

Department

Medicine | Radiation Oncology

Responsibilities

Research Senior Technician to assist and support scientific investigation to study as directed independently conducts assigned experiments; performs a variety of molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques and procedures including PCR reactions, gel electrophoresis, assays, cell cultures and Northern and Western analysis; sorts and processes tissue and blood samples; tests and evaluates current procedures; performs routine procedures on lab animals; records, consolidates and assists with analysis of research results; assists in evaluating validity of data obtained from experimental procedures; summarizes data for inclusion in grant proposals and manuscripts; prepares research progress reports; assists principal investigator with the preparation of publications, manuscripts, articles, posters, and abstracts; conducts library research on requested topics through researching current literature; oversees and maintains accurate records of laboratory activities; assists with training of junior research staff, and undergraduate and graduate students in research methods and equipment operation; sets up and operates laboratory equipment; monitors research supply, including specimens, inventory and initiates procurement requests as needed.

Minimum Required Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in a biological/health science or an equivalent combination of education is required. Ability to translate, adapt and apply academic or practical knowledge in the conduct of biological/health science research is required. Prefer 2-3 years relevant experience in a biological/health research capacity.

Function

Research and Scholarship

Sub Function

Research

Career Band

Individual Contributor - Technical

Career Level

T3

Location

Tzagournis Medical Research Facility (0163)

Position Type

Regular

Scheduled Hours

40

Shift

First Shift

Other Information

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Equal Opportunity

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.