Research Senior Technician- Neuroscience

The Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University in Columbus, OH, invites applications for a Research Senior Technician in Neuroscience to support epilepsy research in Dr. Bin Gu’s lab.

You will conduct and optimize experiments, analyze data, and contribute to manuscript preparation and grant activities. Minimum education is a Bachelor's degree with relevant lab experience; miRNA and RT-qPCR experience is preferred, and you will coordinate junior team members and maintain animal handling and lab equipment in a busy

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience required.
• 4 years of relevant experience required with High School diploma or GED, 2 years with Associate’s Degree, or 0 years with Bachelor’s Degree.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support scientific investigation to study epilepsy.
• Independently conduct assigned experiments and design complex laboratory experiments.
• Analyze data and assist in manuscript preparation and reporting.

Skills

miRNA techniques

RT-qPCR

lab management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Tools

RT-qPCR instruments

Job description

Job Title:

Research Senior Technician- Neuroscience

Department:

Medicine | School Biomedical Sciences Neuroscience

Job Description

Research Senior Technician to assist and support scientific investigation to study epilepsy at Dr. Bin Gu’s lab as directed in the Department of Neuroscience; independently conducts assigned experiments; participates in developing and implementing goals and objectives of studies; designs and executes complex laboratory experiments; performs advanced molecular and cellular techniques; manages and handles laboratory animals; collects, analyzes and interprets research data; assists with development and implementation of new and/or revised research methodologies and techniques; tests experimental designs, sampling techniques, and analytical methods and make recommendations for utilization; assists in establishment of controls, criteria and research standards; performs critical analysis of literature relevant to research being undertaken; assists in the preparation of research papers and manuscripts for publication and presentation at national and conferences and workshops, and in the writing of project reports, articles and other documents; assists principal investigator in the preparation of proposals to obtain new or renewal of extramural funding in support of research; coordinates laboratory activities and work assignments of postdoctoral researchers, graduate and undergraduate students, and laboratory research staff; oversees and coordinates periodic maintenance and testing of laboratory equipment; performs additional duties as assigned. Research experience with miRNA and reverse transcription quantitative PCR is preferred.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor’s Level Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience required; 4 years of relevant experience required with High School diploma or GED, 2 years of relevant experience required with Associate’s Degree, or 0 years of relevant experience required with Bachelor’s Degree.; ability to translate, adapt and apply academic or practical knowledge in the conduct of biological/health science research is required.

Function: Research and Scholarship

Sub Function: Research

Career Band: T

Career Level: T3

Location:

Biomedical Research Tower (0112)

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.

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