Research Technician 3 - Psychiatry

The Ohio State University

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College of Medicine/Office of Health Sciences Until 10/4/2026 4+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted August 5, 2026 Last posted August 5, 2026
Job description

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Job Title:

Research Technician 3 - Psychiatry

Department:

Medicine | Psychiatry

Research Technician to assist and support scientific investigation for a women’s health study as directed in the College of Medicine; independently conducts assigned experiments; performs a variety of molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques and procedures including PCR reactions, gel electrophoresis, assays, cell cultures and Northern and Western analysis; sorts and processes tissue and blood samples; tests and evaluates current procedures; performs routine procedures on lab animals; records, consolidates and assists with analysis of research results; assists in evaluating validity of data obtained from experimental procedures; summarizes data for inclusion in grant proposals and manuscripts; prepares research progress reports; assists principal investigator with the preparation of publications, manuscripts, articles, posters, and abstracts; conducts library research on requested topics through researching current literature; oversees and maintains accurate records of laboratory activities; assists with training of junior research staff and undergraduate students in research methods and equipment operation; sets up and operates laboratory equipment; monitors research supply, including specimens, inventory and initiates procurement requests  as needed.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's Level Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required; 4 years of relevant experience required with High School diploma or GED, 2 years of relevant experience required with Associate's Degree, or 0 years of relevant experience required with Bachelor's Degree.; ability to translate, adapt and apply academic or practical knowledge in the conduct of biological/health science research is required. Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.  A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Function: Research and Scholarship

Sub Function: Research

Career Band: T

Career Level:T3

Additional Information:

Location:

Institute of Brain, Behavior and Immunology (0878)

Position Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

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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About this role

Summary

Conducts molecular, cellular, and biological research, supports experiments, and trains staff.

Job title

Research Technician 3 - Psychiatry

Experience level

4+ years

Minimum experience

4+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

On-site at College of Medicine/Office of Health Sciences

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

PCRgel electrophoresisassayscell culturesNorthern analysisWestern analysissample processinglab equipment operation

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

molecularcellularbiologicalresearch techniques
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site