Research Senior Technician

Position Summary

The laboratory of Dr. Linghua Zheng is focused on immuno-oncology and autoimmunity. The goal is to improve our understanding of how the immune system fights cancer at the molecular and cellular levels.

The Zheng Lab is seeking a Research Senior Technician to provide technical and research support for ongoing projects. The successful candidate will contribute to both day-to-day laboratory operations and research activities that advance the labs mission.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily laboratory operations, including reagent ordering, animal colony management, and preparation of buffers/reagents.
• Conduct research experiments and projects under the supervision of the PI.
• Assist the PI with grant preparation and support senior postdoctoral researchers in ongoing projects.
• Maintain accurate records of experiments and laboratory protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education amp; Experience

• Bachelors degree in biological or health sciences, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• Prior research experience in biological or health sciences preferred.
• Ability to apply academic and/or practical knowledge in the conduct of laboratory-based research required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with attention to detail.

Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of a background check is required.
• Qualified candidates may be asked to complete a pre-employment physical, including a drug screen.

Function: Research and Scholarship

Sub Function: Research

Career Band: Individual Contributor - Technical

Career Level: T3

About Us

The OSUCCC James is the only cancer program in the U.S. that integrates a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center, a nationally ranked academic medical center, and a freestanding cancer hospital on the campus of one of the nations largest public universities.

The Zheng Lab is part of the Pelotonia Institute for Immuno-Oncology (PIIO), a comprehensive bench-to-bedside research initiative dedicated to harnessing the immune system to prevent, treat, and ultimately cure cancer.