Research Technician 1

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Job Title:
Research Technician 1

Department:
Dentistry | Biosciences

The Ohio State University College of Dentistry seeks a Research Technician to join its Division of Biosciences. This is a grant funded full-time position. The Division of Biosciences is a multidisciplinary basic science unit committed to research and teaching in the broad area of biosciences. All faculty members within the Division are engaged in active research programs and are funded by a variety of organizations including the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation. The Ohio State University College of Dentistry is the fourth largest public dental school in the United States and it is the only public dental school in Ohio. The college is divided into ten divisions with all major ADA-recognized dental specialties represented. The College has approximately 600 students in its undergraduate and graduate programs.

Looking for a self-motivated, organized, detail-oriented person enthusiastic about basic and translational science to join a team-based laboratory studying the molecular biology of dental and skeletal development.  The Research Technician will be trained to perform laboratory experiments and activities including: histology, molecular biology, immunohistochemistry, in situ hybridization, RNA and DNA isolation, traditional PCR, quantitative PCR, mouse handling and procedures, mouse colony maintenance, agarose gel electrophoresis and genotyping, cell culture, and computer-based data analysis.  The Research Technician will assist with laboratory housekeeping and organization, as well as support and contribute to multiple projects in the laboratory setting, with opportunities for increased independence with growth of knowledge and skill set.  Additionally, the Research Technician will present collected data at biweekly group lab meetings and in one-on-one meetings with the lab director and will contribute figures and text for scientific posters and publications by laboratory members. Continuation of this role is dependent upon grant funding.

Schedule: Monday - Friday , 8:00am - 5:00 pm

This position requires successful completion of a criminal background check and drug and alcohol screening.

The body must be able to reach, bend, stoop and reach in order to perform most clinical procedures. The ability to sit and stand for a duration of time is also necessary. Other specific requirements include color spectrum differentiation; manual dexterity/motor coordination, hand-eye coordination, physical communications; visual acuity and communication/language development; ability to work with rodents. Individuals in this position may be exposed to the following: bloodborne pathogens; chemical hazards (skin irritants); equipment; and use of sharp instruments.

Required: Required: High School diploma or Associate Degree required or two (2) years of college coursework or demonstrated ability in the conduct of routine field work or equivalent combination education and experience

Desired: Desired: One to two year’s laboratory research experience as an undergraduate student or in a professional position is a plus.  Desired abilities include knowledge of and/or willingness to perform laboratory techniques, including: use of laboratory mice, mouse colony maintenance, histology and related approaches, calculating and making chemical reagents and solutions, molecular biology, cell culture, computer technologies, scientific reading/writing, and keeping an organized and detailed laboratory notebook.

Additional Information:

Location:
Postle Hall (0024)

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.

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