Research Senior Technician

Position Summary

The laboratory of Dr. Wieland at the Pelotonia Institute for Immuno-Oncology (PIIO) studies the immunological landscape of human papillomavirus-associated head and neck cancer. Central questions of the lab are which viral antigens are being targeted, which immune cell subsets participate in anti-tumor responses, and how they interact using predominately patient-derived specimens. The lab employs several state-of-the-art techniques to address these questions. In addition, the lab is actively engaged in the production of recombinant proteins and human monoclonal antibodies to support our own work as well as other researchers worldwide. Overall, the work of the lab is aimed to determine how anti-tumor immune responses can be harnessed for improved therapy outcomes of cancer patients.

The Wieland Lab is seeking a Research Technician 3 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, recombinant protein and human monoclonal antibody production, animal colony management, and preparation of buffers/reagents.
• Conduct research experiments and projects under the supervision of the PI and/or postdoctoral fellow.
• 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 (approximately 10%).

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.

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.

Function: Research and Scholarship

Sub Function: Research

Career Band: Individual Contributor - Technical

Career Level: T3