The Research Assistant 2 will assist and support the scientific investigation to study cancer as directed by the Principal Investigator within the Comprehensive Cancer Center at the Ohio State University.

Key Responsibilities:

• 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 the validity of data obtained from experimental procedures

• Summarize data for inclusion in grant proposals and manuscripts

• Prepare research progress reports and 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 supplies, including specimens, and inventory and initiates procurement requests as needed.

Minimum Education Required:

• A Bachelor's degree in a Biological/Health Science or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to translate, adapt and apply academic or practical knowledge in the conduct of biological/health science research is required

• Requires successful completion of a background check

• Qualified candidates may be requested to complete a pre-employment physical including a drug screen

The Ohio State University is a dynamic community of diverse resources, where opportunity thrives and where individuals transform themselves and the world. The Ohio State University is one of the nation’s largest and most comprehensive public universities and a top employer in Ohio.

• As one of only 50 designated comprehensive cancer centers in the nation, The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute is dedicated to the creation of knowledge in laboratory, clinical and population-based cancer research. We apply those discoveries to develop more effective approaches to cancer prevention, diagnosis, and therapies – providing tomorrow’s standard of care today. A Cancer-Free World Begins Here.
• The OSUCCC – James is the only cancer program in the United States that features a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center aligned with a nationally ranked academic medical center and a freestanding cancer hospital on the campus of one of the nation’s largest public universities. is the only cancer program in the United States that features a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center aligned with a nationally ranked academic medical center and a freestanding cancer hospital on the campus of one of the nation’s largest public universities.

As an Ohio State employee, you will also have access to many benefits such as

• Retirement Package choice of OPERS or Alternative Retirement Plan
• Competitive Vacation and Sick Leave Program
• 11 Paid Holidays per year
• Medical Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Opportunity to purchase season tickets to OSU sporting events
• Additional discounted rates on things such as select cell phone plans, pet care, food and dining, etc.

The Targeted Pay Range: $17.10 - $22.50 hourly.