Research Technician

Company: Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Location: Columbus
Posted on: May 20, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description Research Technician to assist and support scientific investigation to study human cancer as directed in the Comprehensive Cancer Center/Pathology (Cell Reprogramming Laboratory, PI: Dr. Xuefeng Liu).Responsibilities

• Independently conducts assigned experiments
• Performs a variety of molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques and procedures includingPCR 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 ofpublications, 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 requestsas neededMinimum Required EducationBachelor's degree in a biological/health science or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Research and Scholarship - Research - Individual Contributor- Technical - T2Target Pay: $15.29 - $20.41 / Hour

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