Research Aide and Interviewer

The Ohio State University

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Technician provides entry‑level technical support for scientific investigations related to their chosen primary mentor from a list of approved NIH funded faculty within the Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery. Working under clearly established guidelines and with close guidance from the supervisor and experienced team members, the individual performs routine laboratory procedures such as PCR, gel electrophoresis, basic assays, and cell culture, and assists with processing tissue and blood samples. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate laboratory records, preparing materials and equipment for experiments, monitoring supplies, and supporting day‑to‑day lab operations. The individual collects and organizes data, solves straightforward technical problems, and contributes to research activities by following structured work assignments. Interaction is primarily with the immediate supervisor and lab team, with limited independent discretion. Additional support may include assisting with animal procedures, basic literature searches, and helping orient new students or staff to simple lab tasks.

Requirements

• High School graduate or associate degree required.
• Requires successful completion of a background check.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine laboratory procedures such as PCR, gel electrophoresis, basic assays, and cell culture.
• Assists with processing tissue and blood samples.
• Maintains accurate laboratory records.
• Prepares materials and equipment for experiments.
• Monitors supplies.
• Supports day-to-day lab operations.
• Collects and organizes data.
• Solves straightforward technical problems.
• Contributes to research activities by following structured work assignments.
• Assists with animal procedures.
• Performs basic literature searches.
• Helps orient new students or staff to simple lab tasks.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree