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Job Title:

Research Technician 3

Department:
Medicine | IM Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Technician to assist with experiments in molecular and cellular biology. The successful candidate will work closely with our research team to perform laboratory procedures following established protocols.

• Conduct molecular and cellular biology experiments, including immunoblotting (Western blot) and quantitative PCR (qPCR)
• Maintain accurate and organized records of experimental procedures and results
• Assist with general lab maintenance and inventory
• Follow standard operating procedures and safety guidelines
• Maintain and manage mouse colonies, including genotyping and basic husbandry

• Bachelor’s degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field preferred (Master’s degree not required)
• Prior hands-on experience with mouse handling and colony maintenance is required
• Experience with immunoblotting and qPCR is strongly preferred
• Strong attention to detail, ability to follow protocols precisely, and good organizational skills
• Effective communication and ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Location:

Pelotonia Research Center (1040)

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.
As required by Ohio Revised Code section , Ohio State will: educate students by means of free, open and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth; equip students with the opportunity to develop intellectual skills to reach their own, informed conclusions; not require, favor, disfavor or prohibit speech or lawful assembly; create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth and tolerates differences in opinion;

treat all faculty, staff and students as individuals, hold them to equal standards and provide equality of opportunity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.