Research Technician

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus, Northern (OH, KY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking a Research Technician to support mucosal immunology research. The role involves performing immunological and molecular biology assays, managing daily lab operations, and ensuring regulatory compliance in a busy laboratory.

Experience with mouse models and flow cytometry is essential. Responsibilities include maintaining a germ-free animal facility, overseeing flow cytometry instrumentation, and providing technical support to students and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, microbiology, molecular biology or a related field.
• 3–5 years of laboratory research experience.
• Experience with mouse models and animal tissue collection.
• Hands-on experience with flow cytometry and immunological assays.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety practices and regulatory compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct immunological and molecular biology assays.
• Manage day-to-day laboratory operations and compliance.
• Maintain the germ-free animal facility.
• Oversee flow cytometry instrumentation.
• Provide technical support to students and postdocs.

Skills

Immunological assays

Molecular biology

Flow cytometry

Mouse models

Laboratory safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field

Tools

Flow cytometer

Job description

## Research TechnicianApply: Columbus Campus: Full time: Posted Today: R159158Screen 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 Technician## Department:Veterinary Medicine | Veterinary BiosciencesThe Research Laboratory Manager needed to support research in mucosal immunology. This position is responsible for conducting immunological and molecular biology assays, managing day-to-day laboratory operations, laboratory compliance, maintaining a germ-free animal facility, overseeing flow cytometry instrumentation, and providing technical support to students, and postdoctoral researchers. Minimum qualifications include:* Bachelor's degree in biology, microbiology, molecular biology or a related field.* Minimum of 3-5 years of laboratory research experience* Experience working with mouse models and animal tissue collection.* Hands-on experience with flow cytometry and immunological assays.* Knowledge of laboratory safety practices and regulatory compliance requirements.* Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.## Additional Information:**Target Salary Range: $19.28 - $25.19 per hour**; commensurate with experience, internal equity, the unit’s available budget, and the candidate’s qualifications.## Location:Veterinary Medicine Academic (0136)## Position Type:Term (Fixed Term)## 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.***