Research Technician - CHRR

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition assistance

Retirement options

Job summary

Ohio State University is seeking a Research Technician for the Center for Human Resource Research in Columbus, OH. The individual will conduct in-person interviews and collect biomarker samples including hair and blood spots. This part-time role may necessitate home visits and requires a valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and be trained in the necessary procedures. Compensation is $20 per hour with varying shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be able to carry a laptop bag containing two laptops and accessories.
• Willing and able to collect biomarker samples with appropriate PPE.
• Fully trained in blood collection methods and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-person interviews for research studies.
• Administer web surveys in person.
• Collect hair and blood spot biomarkers during home visits.

Skills

Interviewing skills

Ability to collect biomarker samples

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Laptop

Personal protective equipment (PPE)

Job description

Research Technician - CHRR page is loaded## Research Technician - CHRRlocations: Columbus Campustime type: Part timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: R136268Screen 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 .**Current Employees and Students:**If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at The Ohio State University, please log in to 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 - CHRR## Department:Arts and Sciences | Center for Human Resource Research-JM**Job Description**The Research Technician will conduct in-person interviews for research studies by administering web surveys in person with respondents using laptops provided by the department. They must be able and willing to enter the respondent’s home or meet at an acceptable alternate location (i.e. library or in an office in the department) at the respondent’s request. The Research Technician will collect hair and blood spot biomarkers at the end of the home visit and return them to CHRR. The blood collection is deliberately designed to be relatively non-invasive using either a Tasso M-20 arm device or an 18-gauge retractable lancet, both are commonly used by diabetics to check blood sugar. Hair samples will be collected by cutting about 50 strands of hair from the back of the head using brand-new scissors for each subject.This position requires a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to make home visits to conduct interviews at various locations inside the I-270 loop in Columbus, OH.The schedule for this position may include days, evenings, and/or weekends driven by the availability of the individual(s) being interviewed.**Minimum Education Required**High school diploma or GED is required**Required Qualifications**Must be able to carry a laptop bag containing two laptops and accessories, with or without reasonable accommodation.Must be willing and able to collect biomarker samples (hair and blood spots) with appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Research Technicians will be fully trained in blood collection methods and appropriate safety procedures for blood and hair collection.## Additional Information:The pay for this position is $20.00 per hour.## Location:OSU Center for Human Resource Research (0967)## Position Type:Intermittent## Scheduled Hours:0.2## **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.***Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. 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