Research Technician 1

Research Technician 1 The Ohio State University - 4.1 Columbus, OH Job Details Part-time 23 hours ago Qualifications Safe work practices Record keeping Molecular Biology Laboratory safety Greenhouse experience Specimen collection / processing Scientific research Polymerase chain reaction Laboratory experiments Data reporting No experience needed RNA isolation High school diploma or GED Plant biology research projects Organizational skills Research data analysis Handling nucleic acids Entry level Under 1 year Full Job Description Job Title: Term Research Technician 1 (Part-Time) Department: Plant Pathology College: Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Location: Kottman Hall, Columbus Campus Position Overview: The Department of Plant Pathology is seeking a part-time Term Research Technician 1 to support ongoing research focused on tree diseases. This role is ideal for candidates with a strong interest in plant science and molecular biology. The technician will assist in laboratory and greenhouse experiments aimed at understanding molecular interactions between trees and pathogens. Key Responsibilities: Cultivate and maintain tree specimens in a greenhouse setting Extract and manipulate DNA and RNA from plant and fungal samples Perform PCR and amplicon sequence analysis Assist in molecular biology experiments related to tree-pathogen interactions Support data analysis and contribute to monthly data reporting Maintain accurate lab records and follow safety protocols Minimum Required Qualifications: High School diploma or GED No prior experience required; training will be provided Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with basic molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, DNA/RNA extraction) Experience working in a greenhouse or laboratory setting Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team This job profile is a Research Technician 1 (T1 level) position on the career roadmap. The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, unit's available budget, and the candidate's qualifications Term (Fixed Term) 20 First Shift