Neuroscience Lab Tech: Primate Care & Research

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

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.