Research Technician

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Pittsburgh is seeking a Laboratory Research Technician II to conduct laboratory experiments. Responsibilities include specimen preparation, supply management, and equipment maintenance. A Bachelor's degree and 1 year of relevant experience are required. This full-time position may require flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Background checks and child protection clearances are mandatory before employment.

Qualifications

• 1 year of laboratory experience required.
• Combination of education and relevant experience may be accepted.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory experiments and procedures.
• Prepare specimens and oversee supply management.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and keep accurate records.

Skills

Laboratory experiments

Histology

Flow cytometry

Molecular techniques

Gene sequencing

Data management

Equipment maintenance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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

Med-Pediatrics

Equivalent relevant work experience may be substituted for degree requirement. This position is located at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh in Lawrenceville. PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Criminal Record Check will be required prior to the start of employment. Also, a current TB test will be required as a condition of employment.

EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled.

Essential Functions

• Performs a variety of laboratory experiments such as histology, flow cytometry, molecular techniques, gene sequencing, and related technical functions, testing, troubleshooting, and analysis, and may perform microsurgical procedures. Ensures conformity to specifications.
• Identifies and prepares specimens.
• Oversees supply management: ordering, procurement, tracking estimates, and receiving items.
• Operates and maintains applicable laboratory equipment for job functions.
• Keeps detailed, accurate, and timely data and log books. Organizes and documents results.
• Maintains, calibrates, cleans, and tests sterility of laboratory equipment.

Physical Effort

Medium.

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

Minimum Education Level Required

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years Of Experience Required

1

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

This position will require flexibility with shift/hours and occasionally be required to work on the evenings and weekends.

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

The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Cover Letter