Research Technician - CHRR

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

State retirement plan

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking a Research Technician - CHRR to conduct in-person interviews for research studies and administer web surveys using laptops provided by the department. You may visit respondents at their homes or other approved locations within the I-270 loop in Columbus, OH and will collect hair and blood samples at the end of visits.

You must have a high school diploma or GED, be able to transport two laptops with accessories, and comply with PPE and

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-person interviews for research studies by administering web surveys using department-provided laptops.
• Travel to respondents’ homes or alternate locations (library or department office) as requested.
• Collect hair and blood samples at the end of home visits and return to CHRR.

Skills

Laptop handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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.

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

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

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