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Job Opportunity for Recent Graduates (Post-Bacc)

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The Nakanishi Lab at The Ohio State University is seeking a highly motivated graduating senior (Spring 2025) or recent graduate to join their team as a research technician starting this summer.

This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to research on cleavage-inducing tiny RNAs (cityRNAs) aimed at treating neurological and neuromuscular disorders. Candidates interested in long-term research experience (minimum two years) and co-authoring multiple publications are especially encouraged to apply.

What you’d learn and do:

  • Design and cloning of DNA constructs
  • Gene expression in mammalian cell lines
  • Dual-luciferase reporter assays and western blotting for gene silencing studies
  • Protein expression in insect cells and E. coli
  • Protein purification using AKTA chromatography systems
  • Preparing samples for cryo-electron microscopy and X-ray crystallography

This is a full-time position as a Research Technician/Post-Baccalaureate Trainee. The compensation is $15.70 per hour, plus full benefits. The job location is on campus (Riffe and Biological Sciences buildings).

To apply, please send the following materials to Dr. Kotaro Nakanishi (nakanishi.9@osu.edu):

  • Your transcript (unofficial is fine)
  • A cover letter outlining your motivation, research interests, and long-term career goals

See this document for more information.

Apply to be a General Chemistry TA in Autumn 2025

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Application Deadline: May 23, 2025

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is currently accepting applications for General Chemistry TA positions for Autumn 2025. A TA position provides the opportunity to improve your knowledge, gain teaching experience, and help students.

In order to apply, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Completed General Chemistry Sequence (1206/1208/1220; 1210/1220; 1610/1620; or 1910H/1920H) with an A or A- (preferred)
  • Cumulative GPA > 3.2
  • Enrolled in classes during Autumn 2025*
  • No other paid monthly student appointment during 2025 (this includes paid research)

*Graduating in May? Staff appointments are available! See the bottom of this post for more information.

Appointment details are as follows:

  • Salary: $13/hour
  • Hours: 10-12/week
  • Responsibilities: Teach one 3-hour lab; Promptly grade assignments and prepare for teaching responsibilities; 1 weekly office hour; proctor all exams; attend weekly staff meeting

TA training will occur during business hours throughout the week prior to the beginning of Autumn semester in August. Conflicts with staff meetings, including TAs who will live in university owned housing, should be stated on your application and described in detail if possible.

If you are interested, you may apply here. After you apply, you will be asked to submit your schedule here.

Completing an application and submitting your schedule does not guarantee a TA position. If your schedule changes, please update it by June 2, 2025 and notify chemlabsupervisor@osu.edu. If you make a change to your schedule after this date, you will be responsible for switching your assignment with another TA or forfeit your position.

Applications and schedules are due by 11:59 pm on Friday, May 23, 2025. Hiring decisions will be made by early August.

Please contact chemlabsupervisor@osu.edu with any questions.

Staff Appointments Available! If you are graduating and looking for an opportunity to teach for a semester (or even academic year!), we also have those available! Please fill out the application.

BIOCHEM 4511 UG TA positions available for Spring 2025

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CBC has several openings for Biochem 4511 Undergraduate Teaching Assistants (UGTAs) in Spring 2025.

UGTAs in this course attend lectures, lead recitations, provide office hours for students, proctor and grade exams, and attend staff meetings related to the course. Serving as a TA for this course is an excellent opportunity to develop strong professional skills in scientific communication.

The estimated time commitment can vary, but is generally ~10-12 hr/week, depending on your schedule and availability. Pay is hourly at $14/hr and you will be expected to submit a weekly timesheet.

You must have already completed Biochem 5613, and be currently enrolled in or have completed Biochem 5614 at the time of your application to be eligible for a position. The deadline for applications is 11:59pm on Monday November 25. We expect to notify students if they are chosen for the TA positions by the week of December 9th.

Apply to be a Biochem 4511 TA in Spring 2025

Energy Company Meet & Greet, November 12

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Invenergy, a Chicago-based sustainable energy development company, is looking to connect with students for possible internships and employment.

Invenergy will be coming to campus on Tuesday, November 12 from 5:00–6:30 for a Meet and Greet and for student organizations to pitch ideas about a possible event in the Spring.

Students who attend will get the chance to connect with an employer eager to find students interested in working in the sustainable energy industry in any capacity from engineering, marketing, to policy, community engagement, and more! Anyone interested in the industry can find a place at Invenergy.

This event is hosted by the Ohio State Battelle Center. Students who are interested should register and attend on November 12 for dinner and a way to connect with a motivated employer here on campus.

Apply to be a General Chemistry TA in Spring 2025

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Application Deadline: November 4, 2024

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is currently accepting applications for General Chemistry TA positions for Spring 2025. A TA position provides the opportunity to improve your knowledge, gain teaching experience, and help students.

Qualifications:

  • Completed General Chemistry Sequence (1206/1208/1220; 1210/1220; 1610/1620; or 1910H/1920H) with an A or A- (preferred)
  • Cumulative GPA > 3.2
  • Taking classes during Spring 2025
  • No other paid monthly student appointment during Spring 2025 (this includes paid research)

Student appointment details:

  • Salary: $13/hour
  • Hours: 10-12/week
  • Responsibilities: Teach one 3-hour lab; Promptly grade assignments and prepare for teaching responsibilities; 1 weekly office hour; proctor all exams; attend weekly staff meeting

Application:

  • Direct Application Link: Spring 2025 General Chemistry TA Application
  • The application is due by 11:59 PM on Monday November 4th, 2024.
  • After the submission of your application, you will be asked to submit a schedule.
  • Direct Schedule Link: General Chemistry TA Availability Survey
  • Submitting a schedule does not guarantee a position. Schedules are due by 11:59 PM on Monday, November 4th, 2024.
  • If your schedule changes, please update it by November 11th and notify us at chemlabsupervisor@osu.edu. If you make a change to your schedule after this date, you will be responsible for switching your assignment with another TA if you have a conflict with your assigned teaching time(s) or you will have to forfeit your position.

Staff Appointments Available! If you are graduating and looking for an opportunity to teach for a semester (or even academic year!), we also have those available! Please fill out an application.

Feel free to contact the Lab Supervisors via email (chemlabsupervisor@osu.edu) if you have any questions. Again, all applications and schedule submissions are due by 11:59 PM on Monday November 4th, 2024, and hiring decisions will be made by mid-December.

Campus Job: Student Engagement Specialist

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The Ohio State Alumni Association Engagement Center is seeking Ohio State students interested in enhancing their communication skills, gaining fundraising knowledge, and growing their network to apply for its Student Engagement Specialist role. Student Engagement Specialists are primarily responsible for building relationships with Ohio State alumni, friends, and family to encourage donations through excellent customer service.

This role is perfect for part-time or full-time students looking to boost their resume and gain transferrable skills, but also for younger students looking to get on campus experience.

Highlights:

  • Pay is $13.50/hr with several opportunities for raises and bonuses.
  • Flexible scheduling with afternoon, evening and weekend hours available.
  • Located conveniently on campus: 15th & High, right above Roots & Barrio.
  • Boost your resume and take advantage of professional development and networking opportunities through Legends and Ohio State.

For more information, check out the recruitment flyer.

Tech & Analytics Career Fair

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Thursday, September 5, 2024
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM EDT
Ohio Union, Archie Griffin Ballroom

The Tech & Analytics Career Fair (formerly known as the Quantitative & Data Career Expo) is the premier Ohio State event for students seeking opportunities in the technology, data, economics, and analytics sectors. It provides an opportunity for students to network with employers and learn about internship and career opportunities. Over 50 companies are expected to attend this event, so if you are interested in these fields, you do not want to miss it!

Attending industry partners will be primarily interested in students with data, technology, economics, and analytical skill sets.

Advanced research via Handshake is recommended to determine if a particular employer of interest will be in attendance and a good fit for your career advancement. You can also make an appointment via Handshake with a Career Coach to get assistance on your resume, interviewing skills, and/or job searches. Remember to bring your resume! Suggested dress code is business or business casual.

Attending employers seek to fill full-time, entry-level positions, as well as summer internships.

Current students must present a valid BuckID to enter the fair on the day of the event. Recent graduates do not need to bring a BuckID.

On-Campus Job Opportunity: Part-Time Lab Technician

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CBC Professor, Dr. Anne Co, is seeking a current Senior student to join her team as a Part-Time Chemistry Laboratory Technician.

The pay rate is $15 per hour. The selected applicant can expect to work 10-15 hours per week (hours are flexible and negotiable.)

Qualifications

  • Senior student working towards a Bachelors or Associates Degree in Science, preferably in Chemistry
  • Organization skill is very important for this project
  • Must be comfortable working as part of a team
  • Must be comfortable working with chemicals

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and handle dilute 4% ammonium bifloride bath
  • Clean quartz tube in 4% ammonium bifloride bath
  • Assemble the quartz tube in
  • Conduct chemical synthesis following standard procedures.
  • Collect and test samples
  • Monitor processes to ensure they are operating correctly and consistently
  • Document all results neatly and precisely
  • Label and organize samples

If you have questions or if you wish to apply, please email Dr. Anne Co at co.5@osu.edu. Please make your email subject line “Chemistry Laboratory Technician”

SLDS Hiring Student Lab Assistants

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OSU Student Life Disability Services (SLDS) is currently accepting applications for Lab Assistants.

Lab Assistants collaborate with students with disabilities in a lab or classroom setting to complete physically inaccessible aspects of their coursework. For example: pouring chemistry lab solutions, reading measurements, carrying lab equipment, and/or providing verbal descriptions of visual information.

Applicants must be enrolled The Ohio Student University students with previous experience in a lab setting. Chemistry lab experience is strongly desired.

The starting pay rate is $14 per hour.

Learn more and apply by visiting the SLDS Lab Assistant job posting.

Student Opportunities at Air Force Research Laboratory

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Contacts at the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) has provided CBC with a flyer describing opportunities for undergraduates (and recent undergraduates) to get funding to work at or with AFRL. The flyer is linked here: AFRL Opportunities

The programs vary substantially: some are almost entirely managed externally, and some allow AFRL researchers to advocate heavily for specific collaborations. Each program has various requirements which are described in in detail with the links.