Senior Ophthalmology Research Technician & Lab Lead

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University seeks a Research Senior Technician in Ophthalmology to support investigations into animal models of eye disease. The role involves independently conducting molecular, cellular, and biological experiments, including immunohistochemistry, cell culture, and Western analyses.

You will record and analyze data, assist with grant proposals and manuscripts, supervise junior staff and students, and help train team members while ensuring accurate lab records and inventory control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with relevant laboratory experience or higher; background in molecular biology preferred.
• Experience with standard molecular biology techniques and assay workflows.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment, with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform molecular, cellular, and biological experiments including immunohistochemistry and cell culture.
• Conduct imaging, tissue processing, and analysis; maintain accurate records and inventory.
• Assist with data consolidation, grant proposals, manuscripts, and literature review.
• Train junior staff and students in research methods and equipment operation.

Skills

Molecular biology

Cell culture

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Associate's Degree

High School Diploma

Tools

Immunohistochemistry

Western analyses

Imaging

Job description

The Ohio State University seeks a Research Senior Technician in Ophthalmology to support investigations into animal models of eye disease. The role involves independently conducting molecular, cellular, and biological experiments, including immunohistochemistry, cell culture, and Western analyses.

You will record and analyze data, assist with grant proposals and manuscripts, supervise junior staff and students, and help train team members while ensuring accurate lab records and inventory control.