Research Senior Technician- Comprehensive Cancer Center
About The Position
This position is to assist and support scientific investigation focused on novel therapeutics for blood borne malignancies, under the direction of Dr. Natarajan Muthusamy. The role involves independently conducting assigned experiments and performing a variety of molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques. The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute is an NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center aligned with a nationally ranked academic medical center and a freestanding cancer hospital. It is dedicated to creating knowledge in laboratory, clinical, and population-based cancer research, applying discoveries to develop more effective approaches to cancer prevention, diagnosis, and therapies.
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 support scientific investigation to study novel therapeutics for blood borne malignancies as directed Dr. Natarajan Muthusamy
- Independently conduct assigned experiments
- Perform a variety of molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques and procedures including PCR reactions, gel electrophoresis, assays, cell cultures and Northern and Western analysis
- Sort and process tissue and blood samples
- Test and evaluate current procedures
- Perform routine procedures on lab animals
- Record, consolidate and assist with analysis of research results
- Assist in evaluating validity of data obtained from experimental procedures
- Summarize data for inclusion in grant proposals and manuscripts
- Prepare research progress reports
- Assist principal investigator with the preparation of publications, manuscripts, articles, posters, and abstracts
- Conduct library research on requested topics through researching current literature
- Oversee and maintain accurate records of laboratory activities
- Assist with training of junior research staff, and undergraduate and graduate students in research methods and equipment operation
- Set up and operate laboratory equipment
- Monitor research supply, including specimens, inventory and initiate procurement requests as needed
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
