Lab Research Tech IV - Immunology & Cell Assays

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pittsburgh is seeking a Laboratory Research Technician IV to join the School of Medicine in Pittsburgh, PA. This full-time position involves the design and execution of various laboratory techniques including the isolation and activation of T cells, as well as performing a range of assays and data analysis using advanced software tools.

Candidates must have a master’s degree in a relevant field and at least one year of laboratory experience. The role requires availability to work weekends and holidays, contributing to impactful medical research.

Qualifications

• Master's degree (or equivalent) in Biology, Biotechnology, or related field.
• 1 year experience in a laboratory setting.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Design and perform isolation, activation, and expansion of T cells.
• Conduct immunofluorescence imaging and various assays.
• Analyze data using software like GraphPad Prism and FlowJo.

Skills

Cryopreservation

Cell-based assays

Immunofluorescence imaging

Flow cytometry

Data analysis using GraphPad Prism

Education

Master's Degree in Biology or related field

Tools

GraphPad Prism

FlowJo

Excel

Image-J

Job description

The University of Pittsburgh is seeking a Laboratory Research Technician IV to join the School of Medicine in Pittsburgh, PA. This full-time position involves the design and execution of various laboratory techniques including the isolation and activation of T cells, as well as performing a range of assays and data analysis using advanced software tools.

Candidates must have a master’s degree in a relevant field and at least one year of laboratory experience. The role requires availability to work weekends and holidays, contributing to impactful medical research.