Research Technician - Comprehensive Cancer Center

Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio State University seeks a Research Technician to assist and support scientific investigations in the Comprehensive Cancer Center. The role involves maintaining precise lab records, aiding in training of junior staff and students, and assisting with grant preparation, publications, and literature reviews.

The position also includes setup and operation of lab equipment, communication with collaborators, and monitoring supplies and inventory to ensure smooth lab function.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• 1 year of relevant experience required.
• Final candidates subject to background check; drug screen or physical may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist PI with laboratory investigations in human cancer research.
• Maintain accurate records of laboratory activities and experiments.
• Train junior research staff and students in research methods and equipment operation.
• Assist with grant preparation and administrative documents for grants and HR communications.
• Prepare publications, manuscripts, posters, and abstracts with PI input.
• Procure and monitor laboratory supplies and equipment as needed.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title

Research Technician - Comprehensive Cancer Center

Department

Medicine | Pathology

Position Summary

Research Assistant to assist and support scientific investigation to study human cancer as directed in the Comprehensive Cancer Center; oversees and maintains accurate records of laboratory activities; assists with training of junior research staff, and undergraduate and graduate students in research methods and equipment operation; assists PI and communicate with collaborators and physicians and operate lab; Assist PI with grant preparation, especially administrative documents including Biosketches, facilities, LOS, and communications with HR and grant managers, etc.; assists principal investigator with the preparation of publications, manuscripts, articles, posters, and abstracts; conducts library research on requested topics through researching current literature; oversees and maintains accurate records of laboratory activities; assists with training of junior research staff, and undergraduate and graduate students in research methods and equipment operation; sets up and operates laboratory equipment; monitors research supply, including specimens, inventory and initiates procurement requests as needed.

Job Requirements

High School diploma or GED. 1 year of relevant experience required.

Additional Information

Research and Scholarship - Research - Individual Contributor - Technical - T2

Location

Biomedical Research Tower (0112)

Position Type

Regular

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.

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