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Job Title:

Research Technician

Department:

Pharmacy | Pharmaceutics and Pharmacology

The Ohio State University (OSU) College of Pharmacy is seeking a part-time Research Technician to participate in planning and execution of research projects in the Division of Pharmaceutics and Pharmacology at The Ohio State University College of Pharmacy. Works under the guidance of senior lab members to plan and execute molecular biological and biochemical procedures, including cell culture, SDS-PAGE/western blotting, RT-PCR, transfection, ELISAs, uptake/transport, isolation of DNA, RNA and protein, and other similar methodologies; collects, generates, analyzes and interprets research data, including analyses of imaging data; maintains detailed research records; supports murine pharmacology studies; assists with development and implementation of new and/or revised research methodologies and techniques; supports clinical pharmacology study design and integration of clinical pharmacology components into clinical protocols; performs critical analysis of literature relevant to research being performed; assists in the preparation of project reports, research papers and manuscripts for publication and presentation; assists in the preparation of proposals to obtain new or renewal of extramural funding in support of research; follows established laboratory safety procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and local, state and federal regulations; and performs additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's in pharmaceutical sciences or similar life sciences. 1-2 years of relevant experience required. Formal training and experience in preclinical and clinical pharmacology, cell culture; application of safe laboratory practices within a pharmacology research laboratory.

Desired Qualifications: Management of clinical pharmacology data obtained from active early phase clinical trials in oncology.

Additional Information:

The pay range for this job profile is $15.86 - $20.74. The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, unit's available budget, and the candidate's qualifications. This position is paid hourly.

FUNCTION: Research and Scholarship

SUBFUNCTION: Research

CAREER BAND: Technical

CAREER LEVEL: T2

Location:

Riffe Building (0266)

Position Type:

Term (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:

Shift:

First Shift

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