Laboratory Research Operations Technician

The Ohio State University

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Research Operations Technician provides technical and operational support to the Injury Biomechanics Research Center (IBRC), working under the general supervision of the IBRC Director or designee. The role supports research involving postmortem human subjects, human biological tissues, anatomical specimens, biomechanical testing, hard-tissue histology, and advanced anatomical imaging. The technician coordinates postmortem human subject screening and specimen workflows; performs or assists with dissection, specimen preparation, histology, and imaging; supports experimental testing and data collection; and maintains organized, safe, and compliant research spaces. The position also serves as a day-to-day liaison with the Body Donor Program and coordinates with IBRC staff, student workers, vendors, and university partners to support laboratory operations and research projects.

The IBRC is an interdisciplinary research environment integrating anatomy, biomechanics, imaging, engineering, and experimental testing to study human injury mechanisms. The role involves direct work with donated human remains, human biological tissues, and anatomical specimens, requiring professionalism, respect for donors, attention to confidentiality, and adherence to applicable ethical, safety, and institutional requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Professionalism and respect when working with donated human remains, human biological tissues, and anatomical specimens.
• Attention to confidentiality and adherence to applicable ethical, safety, and institutional requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Certification or vocational training may be preferred.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate screening and specimen workflows for postmortem human subjects.
• Perform or assist with anatomical dissection, specimen preparation, histology, and imaging.
• Support experimental testing and data collection.
• Maintain organized, safe, and compliant research spaces.
• Serve as a day-to-day liaison with the Body Donor Program.
• Coordinate with IBRC staff, student workers, vendors, and university partners to support laboratory operations and research projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED