Research Aide at The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio

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Job Title:Research AideDepartment:FAES | Center for Lake Erie Area Research

Assists Research Coordinator with a variety of current Stone Laboratory research projects and visiting researchers at the laboratory; assists in sample collection aboard Stone Laboratory research boats on Lake Erie; prepares chemical solutions; assists in laboratory experiments; maintains and sustains cultures of algae; conducts analytical chemistry analysis of water samples; reports data to Ohio EPA; maintains clean analytical lab glass wear; works with concentrated and caustic acids; picks up samples collected by other researchers on the mainland; assists with Research Experience for Undergraduates Program; assists in preparation and maintenance of research facilities for utilization by visitors, faculty, researchers, and students; conducts inventory of supplies and equipment; maintains and repairs scientific equipment; provides assistance with generation of relevant laboratory reports; performs data entry and analysis as needed; performs other duties as assigned. Position is a temporary appointment that will last from April to mid-November, 2025 (flexible beginning and end dates); position located at Put-In-Bay, Ohio.

Essential Duties:

100% Assists Research Coordinator with a variety of current Stone Laboratory research projects and visiting researchers at the laboratory; assists in sample collection aboard Stone Laboratory research boats on Lake Erie; prepares chemical solutions; assists in laboratory experiments; maintains and sustains cultures of algae; conducts analytical chemistry analysis of water samples; reports data to Ohio EPA; maintains clean analytical lab glass wear; works with concentrated and caustic acids; picks up samples collected by other researchers on the mainland; assists with Research Experience for Undergraduates Program; assists in preparation and maintenance of research facilities for utilization by visitors, faculty, researchers, and students; conducts inventory of supplies and equipment; maintains and repairs scientific equipment; provides assistance with generation of relevant laboratory reports; performs data entry and analysis as needed; performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience: High School graduate or Associate Degree required. 0-1 years of relevant experience/demonstrated ability in the conduct of routine field work required. 0-2 years of relevant experience preferred. Valid driver's license required; experience in biochemistry, molecular biology, and/or analytical chemistry laboratories desired.

Successful completion of a background check is required

Additional Information:

This job profile is a Research Technician 1 (T1 level) position on the career roadmap.

The salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limit to, education, years of experience, internal equity, etc.

Location:Stone Laboratory (0118)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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