Research Senior Technician

The Ohio State University

23h • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Senior Technician will assist and support scientific investigations to study oligodendrocyte biology, as directed by the Department of Neurology. This role involves independently conducting assigned experiments and performing a variety of molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques, including PCR reactions, gel electrophoresis, assays, cell cultures, and Northern and Western analyses. The technician will also sort and process tissue and blood samples, test and evaluate current procedures, and perform routine procedures on laboratory animals. Responsibilities include recording, consolidating, and assisting with the analysis of research results, evaluating data validity, and summarizing findings for grant proposals and manuscripts. Additional duties encompass preparing research progress reports, assisting the principal investigator with publications, manuscripts, articles, posters, and abstracts, and conducting library research. The position also oversees and maintains accurate records of laboratory activities, assists with training junior research staff and students in research methods and equipment operation, sets up and operates laboratory equipment, and monitors research supplies, specimens, and inventory, initiating procurement requests as needed. Furthermore, the technician will be responsible for maintaining the animal colony, including breeding, weaning, and genotyping, and for all laboratory supply ordering. They will assist the principal investigator in monitoring Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) practices, maintaining chemical inventory, ensuring proper hazardous waste disposal, assisting with inspections, and aiding with IACUC and IBC protocol amendments and controlled substance compliance.

Requirements

• 0 years’ experience with Bachelor's Degree, 2 years’ experience with Associate's Degree, or 4 years’ experience with High School Diploma
• Successful completion of a background check
• May be asked to complete a pre-employment physical, including a drug screen

Responsibilities

• Assist and support scientific investigations to study oligodendrocyte biology
• Independently conduct assigned experiments
• Perform a variety of molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques, including PCR reactions, gel electrophoresis, assays, cell cultures, and Northern and Western analyses
• Sort and process tissue and blood samples
• Test and evaluate current procedures
• Perform routine procedures on laboratory animals
• Record, consolidate, and assist with the analysis of research results
• Evaluate the validity of data obtained from experimental procedures
• Summarize findings for inclusion in grant proposals and manuscripts
• Prepare research progress reports
• Assist the principal investigator with publications, manuscripts, articles, posters, and abstracts
• Conduct library research through current literature
• Oversee and maintain accurate records of laboratory activities
• Assist with training junior research staff and undergraduate/graduate students in research methods and equipment operation
• Set up and operate laboratory equipment
• Monitor research supplies, specimens, and inventory, initiating procurement requests as needed
• Maintain the animal colony including breeding, weaning and genotyping
• Order all laboratory supplies
• Assist the principal investigator in monitoring EHS practices including maintaining chemical inventory, ensuring proper disposal of hazardous waste and assisting with inspections
• Assist the principal investigator with IACUC and IBC protocol amendments and inspections and controlled substance compliance and inspections

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: Senior