Laboratory Research Technician

Undergraduate degree in Biology, engineering or similar preferred. 
Performs a variety of laboratory experiments such as flow cytometry, cell culture, mouse husbandry, histology, molecular techniques, gene sequencing, and related technical functions. 
• Identifies and prepares specimens. 
• Maintains cell lines in cell culture and performs basic manipulation of them, including transfection and viral transduction.
• Maintains mouse colony, including weaning cages, setting up breeders and genotyping.
• 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, and cleans laboratory equipment

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

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Performs a variety of laboratory experiments: such as flow cytometry, molecular techniques, genotyping, and related technical functions, testing, troubleshooting, and analysis, including microsurgical procedures and ensuring conformity to specifications.

• Identifies and prepares specimens.

• Oversees supply management: receiving items/inventory.

• Animal Handling (mice) and husbandry.

• Keeps detailed, accurate, and timely data and logbooks. Organizes and documents results.

• Maintains laboratory operations, and tests sterility of laboratory equipment.
 

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Moderate physical effort required. May be required to stand/move for several hours at a time. May be required to move objects up to 50 pounds with or without assistance of equipment.
 

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

Job Details
Job Description: UPCI Basic Research Administration, Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh
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?: No
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm
Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.
Hiring Range: $34,588 - $47,235
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
Required Documents: Resume
Optional Documents: Cover Letter