Research Senior Technician

The Research Senior Technician will provide technical and operational support to the Wieland Laboratory within the Pelotonia Institute for Immuno-Oncology. The technician will perform experiments and maintain laboratory systems that support studies in tumor immunology, antigen presentation, and immune regulation, contributing to the labs overall research objectives.

Perform routine laboratory experiments and procedures under the supervision of the PI or senior staff.

Assist in sample preparation, data collection, and basic analysis for immune profiling experiments.

Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, including biosafety cabinets, centrifuges, and flow cytometers.

Maintain cell cultures, reagents, and experimental inventories.

Ensure compliance with laboratory safety, biosafety, and regulatory protocols.

Assist in the organization and documentation of experimental data.

Bachelor's Degree in Biological or chemical sciences 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.

Knowledge of general laboratory procedures and safety practices.

Ability to follow detailed experimental protocols and maintain accurate records.

Experience with immunological assays, cell culture, or molecular biology techniques.

Previous experience in an academic or clinical research laboratory setting.

Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced research environment.

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 Wieland 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.