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The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

Research Senior Technician - Comprehensive Cancer Center

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224

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Research Senior Technician to assist and support scientific investigation to study pancreatic cancer as directed in the Department of Surgery, Division of Surgical Oncology; 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 and graduate 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.

Perform molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques such as PCR, gel electrophoresis, assays, cell cultures, Northern and Western blot analysis.

Sort and process tissue and blood samples.

Execute routine procedures on lab animals.

Record and consolidate data; assist in analyzing research results.

Summarize data for grant proposals and manuscripts.

Assist in publication preparation (manuscripts, posters, abstracts).

Conduct literature reviews.

Maintain detailed laboratory records and inventory.

Train junior staff and students.

Set up and operate lab equipment.

Manage research supplies and procure necessary materials.

Required Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in Biology/Health Science or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Ability to translate, adapt and apply academic or practical knowledge in biological/health science research.

Successful completion of a background check.

Willingness to complete a pre-employment physical including a drug screen, if required.

Career Roadmap Framework Function: Research and Scholarship Subfunction: Research Band: Individual Contributor - Technical Level: T3 Senior

Additional Information Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

For assistance with applying, please contact hr-accessibleapplication@osu.edu. If you have questions while submitting an application, please review the frequently asked questions.

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