Laboratory Research Technician

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

Job summary

The University of Pittsburgh offers a Laboratory Research Technician II role in the UPCI Basic Research Administration. This full-time, on-campus position supports a variety of experiments, specimen preparation, sample handling, and data logging in a fast-paced lab environment.

The role involves maintaining cell lines and equipment, assisting with flow cytometry, mouse husbandry, histology and molecular techniques, and inventory and record keeping.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Biology, engineering or similar preferred.
• 1 year of related laboratory experience preferred.
• Familiarity with a range of lab techniques and procedures.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Specimen prep

Data logging

Animal handling

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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

UPCI Basic Research Administration

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. Organizes and documents results.
• Maintains, calibrates, and cleans laboratory 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. Organizes 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

Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Cover Letter