Research Senior Technician - Comprehensive Cancer Center

The Ohio State University

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Research Senior Technician to assist and provide support of research studies in biochemistry of retroviral integration; conducts planned research activities using observation, measurement and analytical techniques; prepares solutions and live culture media for scientific experiments; performs a variety of assays and experimental tests; records and consolidates research data; assists with preparation of data and materials for inclusion in research reports, publications and grant applications written by principal investigator; researches current scientific literature on specified topics; assists with instructing research aides, undergraduate and graduate students in laboratory procedures and operation of equipment; calibrates various laboratory equipment and operates microscopes, centrifuges and other laboratory equipment; assists with ordering, stocking and maintenance of research supplies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required
• 4 years of relevant experience required with High School diploma or GED
• 2 years of relevant experience required with Associate's Degree
• 0 years of relevant experience required with Bachelor's Degree

Responsibilities

• Assist and provide support of research studies in biochemistry of retroviral integration
• Conduct planned research activities using observation, measurement and analytical techniques
• Prepare solutions and live culture media for scientific experiments
• Perform a variety of assays and experimental tests
• Record and consolidate research data
• Assist with preparation of data and materials for inclusion in research reports, publications and grant applications written by principal investigator
• Research current scientific literature on specified topics
• Assist with instructing research aides, undergraduate and graduate students in laboratory procedures and operation of equipment
• Calibrate various laboratory equipment and operate microscopes, centrifuges and other laboratory equipment
• Assist with ordering, stocking and maintenance of research supplies

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