Research Technician 2

The Ohio State University • Wooster, AR

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Food Science and Technology is seeking a reliable and motivated Research Technician to support laboratory research in enology (wine) and fermentation science. This is a one-year position, renewable contingent upon satisfactory performance and continued grant funding. Under the direction of a faculty investigator, the Research Technician will assist in the execution and documentation of laboratory research related to microbiology, fermentation science, and basic molecular biology. This position is ideal for candidates seeking hands-on experience in enology and fermentation science. Opportunities for professional development may include co-authorship on publications, conference presentations, mentoring, and training in advanced experimental techniques.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• 1 year of relevant experience required
• Experience with basic laboratory techniques, including pipetting, sample preparation, sterile technique, and data entry
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, molecular biology, food science, or a related biological science field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience with PCR and nucleic acid extraction
• Experience with data analysis tools such as R.
• Familiarity with Linux or basic bioinformatics workflows

Responsibilities

• Preparing media, reagents, and fermentation vessels using aseptic technique
• Preparing and maintaining yeast and bacterial cultures using established protocols
• Conducting routine fermentation sampling and sample processing for routine laboratory analyses
• Assisting with DNA and RNA workflows, including nucleic acid extraction, PCR, and preparation of samples for sequencing
• Maintaining laboratory equipment, supplies, and documentation in accordance with lab and safety guidelines
• Collecting data, performing data entry and basic data analysis.

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: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED