Lead Research Engineer

Taleo; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pittsburgh’s Department of Ophthalmology seeks a Lead Research Engineer to operate and advance light sheet microscopy in the Microscopy suite on campus.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD in Biomedical Sciences and 5+ years in microscopy, with strong data analysis skills and a track record of contributing to manuscripts. This on-campus, full-time position offers collaboration across research teams and clinical partners.

Qualifications

• PhD in Biomedical Sciences or similar field required.
• 5+ years in a microscopy field experience.
• Experience with manuscript preparation and scientific writing.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain light sheet microscopy systems within Ophthalmology.
• Develop conceptual project design for microscopy instrumentation and software.
• Perform advanced data analysis with specialized software.
• Prepare reports and contribute to manuscripts for publication.

Skills

Microscopy

Data analysis

Scientific instrumentation

Education

PhD in Biomedical Sciences or similar field

Tools

Light sheet microscopy

Job description

Job Description - Lead Research Engineer (26006151)

Lead Research Engineer

Med-Ophthalmology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - ( 26006151 )

The Department of Ophthalmology within the Mercy Pavilion is searching for a Lead Research Engineer to mainly work in our Microscopy suite.

PhD in Biomedical Sciences or similar field required, 5+ years in a microscopy field experience

Job Summary

Designs, fabricates, and maintains research instrumentation and develops conceptual project design and instrumentation, software programs, and data collection methods.Assists with conducting research and oversees research projects. Utilizes specialized data analysis software and performs advanced data analysis. Contributes to manuscripts and reviews others' research papers for publication.

Essential Functions

1. The position was created for the purpose of operating and maintaining light sheet microscopy systems within the Ophthalmology department. Along with teaching and training on proper use of imaging systems.
2. Develop conceptual project design and instrumentation, software programs, and data collection methods in regard to Microscopy systems
3. Performs advanced data analysis for researchers using specialized data analysis software.
4. Prepares written reports, including contributing to manuscript preparation; presents results at conferences. Reviews sections of others’ research papers submitted for publication.

Physical Effort

• Be able to communicate effectively for training purposes
• Be able to maneuver and work with delicate instrumentation

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

Assignment Category Full-time regular

Job Classification Staff.Lead Research Engineer

Job Family Research

Job Sub-Family Research Engineering

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 M- F 8:30am to 5:00pm

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

Hiring Range To be determined based on 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

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