Histology Laboratory Research Technician IV- PBC

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pittsburgh Health Sciences Core Research Facilities seeks a Laboratory Research Technician IV to perform independent and complex experiments, analyze data, and prepare reports. The role involves data visualization, results interpretation, and contribution to publications.

Responsibilities include designing experiments, maintaining inventory and logs, and preparing manuscripts and grant proposals. On-campus position with standard hours; visa sponsorship is provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a scientific field.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant laboratory experience preferred.
• Ability to analyze data and prepare reports.

Responsibilities

• Design and perform independent and complex laboratory experiments.
• Analyze data, interpret results, and compile reports and summaries.
• Maintain inventory, ordering, and lab logs; ensure accuracy of data logs.
• Prepare graphs, tables, and figures for publications and reports.
• Assist in manuscript preparation and grant proposals; provide methodological summaries.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Health Sciences Core Research Facilities

Performs a variety of independent and complex laboratory work and experiments. Analyzes and interprets data, compiles results, and prepares reports. Maintains inventory, ordering, and logs. Writes manuscripts and grant proposals and prepares data visualizations.

Essential Functions

Performs a variety of independent and complex laboratory work and experiments. Analyzes and interprets data, compiles results, and prepares reports. Maintains inventory, ordering, and logs.

Job Duties

Performs a variety of independent and complex laboratory work and experiments, including determining experimental protocols and preparing laboratory specimens and cultures. Provides research experiment design expertise. Analyzes experimental data and interprets results; compiles results; writes reports and summaries of findings. Maintains supply inventory and ordering. Maintains lab and chemical inventory. Keeps detailed, accurate, and timely data and log books. Prepares data, graphs, tables, and charts to document experimental results for publication. Writes technical support regarding testing methodologies for manuscripts; performs literature searches; summarizes findings for reports and written documentations. Develops expert recommendations and problem resolutions to improve research efforts.

Physical Effort

Walking around campus, sitting and standing for long periods of time. Lifting up to 40 pounds. Bending and lifting to put away supplies. Reading small print on tubes and vials. Working under standard office and laboratory overhead lighting. Ability to walk up a minimum of 2 flights of stairs.

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

Assignment Category

Full-time regular

Job Classification

Staff.Laboratory Research Technician IV

Job Family

Research

Job Sub-Family

Laboratory

Campus

Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years Of Experience Required

3

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?

Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., schedule as set with supervisor

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

Yes

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, Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Not Applicable