Research Technician

The University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The University of Pittsburgh is seeking a Research Technician for the UPCI Research Lab-O'Sullivan, Roddy in Pittsburgh to support telomere function research in human cancer cells. The role requires strong foundational lab skills and experience in molecular biology, flow cytometry, and cell culture.

You will perform independent lab work, develop experimental protocols, manage specimens, and contribute to publications and grant proposals.

Formación

• Training and a solid foundation in basic laboratory techniques and experience with molecular biology; flow cytometry; immunobiochemistry; and cell culture.

Responsabilidades

• Performs laboratory procedures and tests; analyzes and interprets the results.
• Oversees specimen inventory.
• Develops documentation for publication; crafts manuscripts and grant proposals.

Conocimientos

Molecular biology

Flow cytometry

Immunobiochemistry

Cell culture

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Herramientas

Fluorescence microscopy

DNA preparation

Protein expression analysis

DNA analysis

Descripción del empleo

Job Description - Research Technician (26004590)

Research Technician

UPCI Research Lab-O'Sullivan, Roddy - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26004590)

The O’Sullivan Lab atUPMCHillman Cancer Center conducts research on telomere function in human cancer cells. The research emphasizes alterations in chromatin structure andDNArepair pathways. Common research methodologies applied include fluorescence microscopy, protein expression analysis,DNApreparation and analyses, cell culture and cellular manipulation.

The Research Technician should have training and a solid foundation in basic laboratory techniques and experience with techniques associated with the following specific areas: molecular biology; flow cytometry; Immunobiochemistry; and cell culture. The Research Technician will be capable of exercising independent judgment while participating in the planning of experiments and evaluating and interpreting results.

Job Summary

Performs a variety of independent laboratory work and experiments such as determining experimental protocols and preparation of specimens and cultures. Prepares reports of findings subsequent to compilation and analyzation. Oversees specimen inventory. Develops documentation for publication; crafts manuscripts and grant proposals.

Essential Functions

• Performs laboratory procedures and tests; analyzes and interprets the results.

Physical Effort

Moderate physical effort required. May be required to stand/move for several hours at a time.

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

Assignment Category Full-time regular

Job Classification Staff.Laboratory Research Technician III

Job Family Research

Job Sub-Family Laboratory

Campus Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required 2

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? No

Work Schedule 9am - 5pm

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 No

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.