Research Senior Technician - Physiology & Cell Biology

Miami County Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Research Senior Technician in Physiology & Cell Biology in Columbus, OH to support investigations into cardiac ion channel biology. You will perform molecular biology techniques (PCR, gel electrophoresis), cell culture, assays and Western analyses, and assist with data analysis for grant proposals and manuscripts.

You will record results, help with publications, train junior staff and students, set up equipment, manage supplies, and coordinate procurement

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Independently conduct experiments and employ molecular, cellular and biological techniques (PCR, gel electrophoresis, assays, cell cultures, Western analyses).
• Sort and process flow cytometry samples; test and evaluate procedures; perform routine procedures on laboratory animals.
• Record, consolidate and assist analysis of results; summarize findings for grant proposals and manuscripts.
• Prepare progress reports; assist PI with publications, posters and abstracts; perform library research.
• Train junior staff and students; set up and operate equipment; monitor supplies and inventory; initiate procurement.
• Oversee and maintain accurate laboratory records.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Research Senior Technician - Physiology & Cell Biology# Careers## Research Senior Technician - Physiology & Cell BiologyApply: College of Medicine/Office of Health Sciences: Full time: Posted Today: R161657Screen 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:Research Senior Technician - Physiology & Cell Biology## Department:Medicine | School Biomedicine Science Physiology and Cell BiologyThe Research Senior Technician will assist and support scientific investigations to study cardiac ion channel biology, as directed by the Department of Physiology & Cell Biology. The role involves independently conducting assigned experiments and performing a variety of molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques, including PCR reactions, gel electrophoresis, assays, cell cultures, and Western analyses. Responsibilities also include sorting and processing flow cytometry samples, testing and evaluating current procedures, and performing routine procedures on laboratory animals. The individual will record, consolidate, and assist with the analysis of research results, evaluate the validity of data obtained from experimental procedures, and summarize findings for inclusion in grant proposals and manuscripts. Additional duties include preparing research progress reports, assisting the principal investigator with publications, manuscripts, articles, posters, and abstracts, and conducting library research through current literature. The position also oversees and maintains accurate records of laboratory activities, assists with training junior research staff and undergraduate/graduate students in research methods and equipment operation, sets up and operates laboratory equipment, and monitors research supplies, specimens, and inventory, initiating procurement requests as needed.Minimum Education RequiredBachelor's Level Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.Required QualificationsBachelor'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 ScholarshipSub Function: ResearchCareer Band: TCareer Level: T3## Additional Information:## Location:Graves Hall (0277)## Position Type:Regular## Scheduled Hours:40## **Shift:**Varying Shifts***Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.***