Laboratory Research Technician

The University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pittsburgh invites applications for a Laboratory Research Technician on the Pittsburgh campus. This full-time role supports basic research programs with hands-on laboratory work in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities include performing diverse experiments (flow cytometry, cell culture, mouse husbandry, histology, molecular techniques, sequencing), managing supplies, maintaining records, and ensuring equipment is calibrated and functional in daily operations.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Biology, engineering or similar preferred.
• Lab experience in performing diverse experiments is desirable.
• Experience with mice handling and basic molecular techniques is advantageous.
• Ability to maintain accurate data logs and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Identifies and prepares specimens.
• Oversees supply management: receiving items/inventory.
• Animal Handling (mice) and husbandry.
• Keeps detailed, accurate, and timely data and logbooks. Organises and documents results.
• Maintains, calibrates, and cleans laboratory equipment

Skills

Flow cytometry

Cell culture

Mouse husbandry

Histology

Molecular techniques

Genotyping

Gene sequencing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Description - Laboratory Research Technician (26006575)

Laboratory Research Technician

UPCI Basic Research Administration - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - ( 26006575 )

Undergraduate degree in Biology, engineering or similar preferred.

Performs a variety of laboratory experiments such as flow cytometry, cell culture, mouse husbandry, histology, molecular techniques, gene sequencing, and related technical functions.

• Identifies and prepares specimens.
• Maintains cell lines in cell culture and performs basic manipulation of them, including transfection and viral transduction.
• Maintains mouse colony, including weaning cages, setting up breeders and genotyping.
• Oversees supply management: ordering, procurement, tracking estimates, and receiving items.
• Operates and maintains applicable laboratory equipment for job functions.
• Keeps detailed, accurate, and timely data and log books. Organises and documents results.
• Maintains, calibrates, and cleans laboratory equipment

Job Summary

Performs a variety of laboratory experiments and procedures. Prepares specimens. Oversees supply management. Operates and properly maintains equipment.

Essential Functions

Performs a variety of laboratory experiments: such as flow cytometry, molecular techniques, genotyping, and related technical functions, testing, troubleshooting, and analysis, including microsurgical procedures and ensuring conformity to specifications.

• Identifies and prepares specimens.
• Oversees supply management: receiving items/inventory.
• Animal Handling (mice) and husbandry.
• Keeps detailed, accurate, and timely data and logbooks. Organises and documents results.
• Maintains laboratory operations, and tests sterility of laboratory equipment.

Physical Effort

Moderate physical effort required. May be required to stand/move for several hours at a time. May be required to move objects up to 50 pounds with or without assistance of equipment.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category Full-time regular

Job Classification Staff.Laboratory Research Technician II

Job Family Research

Job Sub-Family Laboratory

Campus Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required 1

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? No

Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm

Work Arrangement On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range $34,588 - $47,235

Relocation Offered No

Visa Sponsorship Provided No

Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances Not Applicable

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.