Laboratory Research Technician II

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An academic institution in Pittsburgh is seeking a Research Technician II to perform essential laboratory tasks including daily care and monitoring of non-human primates, assist in surgical procedures, and maintain laboratory equipment. The ideal candidate will have at least a Bachelor's Degree and one year of relevant experience. This full-time position offers an opportunity to work closely in a neuroscience research lab, focusing on animal welfare and training, while contributing to impactful research projects in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
• Ability to perform animal care and health checks.
• Experience with behavioral conditioning for research.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care and monitoring of non-human primates.
• Perform animal handling and conditioning.
• Assist in surgical procedures and train students.
• Maintain animal medical files and inventory.

Skills

Animal handling

Behavioral training

Surgical assistance

Equipment maintenance

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Overview

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

Bioengineering

The Department of Bioengineering is seeking a Research Technician II for the Batista Lab. The incumbent will maintain a colony of laboratory animals (non‑human primates) for a neuroscience research lab. This position has a strong emphasis on hands‑on animal work, including daily care, monitoring, and behavioral training of non‑human primates.

Primary Duties

• Provide daily care and monitoring of non‑human primates, including feeding, health checks, and maintaining animal welfare standards.
• Perform animal handling, including pole/chair training and behavioral conditioning to prepare animals for experimental procedures.
• Train animals to perform behavioral tasks required for neuroscience research protocols.
• Prepare for and assist in surgical procedures; perform routine surgical tasks and instruct students on proper surgical techniques.
• Maintain animal medical files, daily logs, and detailed records of animal health and behavior.
• Order supplies and maintain inventory for animal care and laboratory operations.
• Maintain, calibrate, and clean laboratory equipment as needed.
• Assist with general laboratory tasks and collaborate with other lab members on research activities.

Essential Functions

Ability to speak clearly for telephone contact, have manual dexterity to use equipment, and also ability to visit various locations throughout the campus.

Physical Effort

Generally sedentary, however, this position does require incumbent to move within lab and occasionally visit industry or other locations throughout the campus. May occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum Years Of Experience Required: 1
• Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/or experience requirement.

Other Information

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

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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

Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications

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: Not Applicable