Research Technician 2

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University College of Engineering invites applications for a Research Technician 2 at Bolz Hall (0146) in Columbus. The role supports indoor microbiome research, data collection, and publication preparation.

Responsibilities include logging data, coordinating with multidisciplinary team members, and assisting with laboratory maintenance. A 40-hour week on first shift will apply.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; vocational training may be required.
• 0 years of lab experience required.
• Experience or ability to be trained in propagating and enumerating pathogen surrogates and performing qPCR.
• Experience or ability to be trained in using spectral instruments to monitor microbial signatures.

Responsibilities

• Log data results and communicate findings with team members.
• Prepare and write publications to present findings to stakeholders.
• Assist with laboratory maintenance tasks and equipment upkeep.

Skills

Lab skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Research Technician 2Apply: Columbus Campus: Full time: Posted Today: R160515Screen 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 2## Department:Engineering | Civil Environmental and Geodetic EngineeringThe Ohio State University, College of Engineering is seeking a Research Technician 2 to assist with conducting research on indoor microbiome. This is a great opportunity to develop skills in both sampling and laboratory research. Candidate should be advanced technically as well as operationally within the Research/Laboratory environment. Individuals will utilize their current technical and operational knowledge to accomplish the Research Objectives. Will log data results as well as communicate those results with other team members. The individual will also prepare and write publications to present findings to various stakeholders. The individual will also assist with laboratory maintenance tasks.## Additional Information:**Requiried Qualifications:** High School diploma or GED, Certification or vocational training may be required. 0 years of lab experience required. Experience or the ability to be trained in propagating and enumerating pathogen surrogates and performing qPCR to estimate total pathogen particles. Experience or the ability to be trained in using spectral instruments to monitor chemical and structural changes in microbial signatures Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team, coordinating between different investigators and staff. Precision in following complex experimental protocols. Strong written and verbal communication skills. **Desired Qualifications:** Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Environmental Engineering, Biology, or Chemistry, OR a different field with 1 year of relevant laboratory experience. Proficient in multi-tasking problem-solving and critical thinking. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.## Location:Bolz Hall (0146)## 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.***