Research Technician II - Taussig Cancer Center
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, OH
Job posting number: #7128111 (Ref:ccf17973496)
Posted: March 14, 2023
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Cleveland Clinic earned the No. 1 hospital ranking in Ohio, the No. 4 hospital ranking in the country, and was ranked nationally in 13 specialties, according to the U.S. News & World Report. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
Cleveland Clinic’s Translational Hema & Oncology Research-Taussig Cancer Institute is looking to add a Research Technician II to their dedicated team of caregivers. Under the supervision and guidance of the Research Staff Investigator or Technologist, a Research Technician II performs the following functions:
- Perform laboratory techniques and procedures required for experimental studies projects.
- Assist with establishing and scheduling various procedures and analyses.
- Conduct tests and procedures utilizing various laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
- Assemble experimental results for review by various staff.
- Order laboratory supplies and equipment.
The ideal future caregiver is someone who:
- Has at least 2 years of experience in a research or related laboratory environment.
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic.
- Thrives in a team environment.
- Has critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
As a Research Technician II, you will work in a dynamic and technologically advanced environment that allows you to discover, learn and grow. You’ll remain professionally challenged as you shape the career of your dreams and find where you belong, here at Cleveland Clinic.
Cleveland Clinic provides what matters most: career growth, delivering world-class care to our patients, continuous learning, exceptional benefits and working for an organization that offers many long-term career paths. Join us and experience a culture where opportunities to advance and the support to get there go hand-in-hand.
Cleveland Clinic’s Translational Hema & Oncology Research-Taussig Cancer Institute is looking to add a Research Technician II to their dedicated team of caregivers. Under the supervision and guidance of the Research Staff Investigator or Technologist, a Research Technician II performs the following functions:
- Perform laboratory techniques and procedures required for experimental studies projects.
- Assist with establishing and scheduling various procedures and analyses.
- Conduct tests and procedures utilizing various laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
- Assemble experimental results for review by various staff.
- Order laboratory supplies and equipment.
The ideal future caregiver is someone who:
- Has at least 2 years of experience in a research or related laboratory environment.
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic.
- Thrives in a team environment.
- Has critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
As a Research Technician II, you will work in a dynamic and technologically advanced environment that allows you to discover, learn and grow. You’ll remain professionally challenged as you shape the career of your dreams and find where you belong, here at Cleveland Clinic.
Cleveland Clinic provides what matters most: career growth, delivering world-class care to our patients, continuous learning, exceptional benefits and working for an organization that offers many long-term career paths. Join us and experience a culture where opportunities to advance and the support to get there go hand-in-hand.
Responsibilities:
- Performs laboratory techniques procedures required for experimental studies.
- Performs technical lab duties as delegated by the Research Staff Supervisor related to the assigned project. Schedules and performs the various analysis needed to complete the project.
- Assists with establishing and scheduling of various procedures and analysis.
- Prepares reagents, purifies chemicals using chromatography, distillation, etc., identifies, separates and quantifies various substances.
- Conducts tests and procedures utilizing various laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
- Accumulates data from analyses, prepares charts, graphs, statistical tables for presentation to Research Staff Supervisor for final analysis and preparation for publication, grant proposals and applications for research funds.
- Potentially orders laboratory supplies and equipment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education:
- High School Diploma Required. Associate’s degree in laboratory science field may offset one year of the work experience requirement. Bachelor's degree may offset two years of the work experience requirement.
- Bachelor's degree strongly preferred.
Languages:
- N/A
Certifications:
- None required
Complexity of Work:
- Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Work Experience:
- Minimum of two years of experience in a research or related laboratory environment..
Physical Requirements:
- Normal physical requirements include good near visual acuity and color acuity.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
By embracing and understanding the diversity EVERY ONE brings, Cleveland Clinic has created an inclusive culture that promotes innovation, growth, and new ideas. This has enhanced our ability to attract the best global talent to provide the best patient experience possible. Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment/affirmative action employer: Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Smoke/drug free environment.
