Research Technician

Screen reader users may encounter difficulty with this site. For assistance with applying, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. If you have questions while submitting an application, please review frequently asked questions. Current Employees and Students: If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at The Ohio State University, please log in to Workday to use the internal application process. Job Title: Research Technician 3 - Immunology and Rheumatology Department: Medicine | IM Immunology and Rheumatology Assist and support scientific investigations to study autoimmune disease as directed in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Rheumatology and Immunology. 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; perform additional duties as assigned. Location: Davis Medical Research Center (0382); Position Type: Regular; Scheduled Hours: 40; Shift: First Shift. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr