Research Technician 3 - Psychiatry

The Ohio State University

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Research Technician to assist and support scientific investigation for a women’s health study in the College of Medicine. The technician will independently conduct assigned experiments using a variety of molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques and procedures. Responsibilities include performing PCR reactions, gel electrophoresis, assays, cell cultures, and Northern and Western analysis. The role also involves sorting and processing tissue and blood samples, testing and evaluating current procedures, and performing routine procedures on lab animals. The technician will record, consolidate, and assist with the analysis of research results, and help evaluate the validity of data. They will also summarize data for grant proposals and manuscripts, prepare research progress reports, and assist the principal investigator with publications, manuscripts, articles, posters, and abstracts. Additionally, the role includes conducting library research on requested topics, maintaining accurate records of laboratory activities, and assisting with training junior research staff and undergraduate students. The technician will set up and operate laboratory equipment, monitor research supplies and inventory, and initiate procurement requests.

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.
Ability to translate, adapt and apply academic or practical knowledge in the conduct of biological/health science research is required.
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.
A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Responsibilities

Independently conducts assigned experiments.
Performs a variety of molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques and procedures including PCR reactions, gel electrophoresis, assays, cell cultures and Northern and Western analysis.
Sorts and processes tissue and blood samples.
Tests and evaluates current procedures.
Performs routine procedures on lab animals.
Records, consolidates and assists with analysis of research results.
Assists in evaluating validity of data obtained from experimental procedures.
Summarizes data for inclusion in grant proposals and manuscripts.
Prepares research progress reports.
Assists principal investigator with the preparation of publications, manuscripts, articles, posters, and abstracts.
Conducts library research on requested topics through researching current literature.
Oversees and maintains accurate records of laboratory activities.
Assists with training of junior research staff and undergraduate students in research methods and equipment operation.
Sets up and operates laboratory equipment.
Monitors research supply, including specimens, inventory and initiates procurement requests as needed.