Research Program Coordinator at University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Research Program Coordinator

The Research Program Coordinator will provide oversight and management in support of research operations in a microbiology laboratory. They will organize and maintain materials and supplies to support on-going clinical phage therapy studies as the primary point person in direct coordination with the Principal Investigator. Duties include but are not limited to: coordinating with physicians and researchers to receive clinical patient Mycobacteria samples for phage susceptibility testing, ensuring correct shipping permits are in place to receive and send samples, sending test results to clinicians, discussing patient status and therapeutic potential of phage(s) with clinicians and doctors, and tracking patient progress throughout the course of their phage therapy treatment. They will organize, analyze, and distribute microbiological materials used by numerous doctors and their patients around the world in a timely manner by investigating bacteriophage susceptibility of clinical Mycobacterial isolates, determining patient antibody-mediated neutralization the therapeutic phage, and developing hose range mutants of mycobateriophages.

Job Summary

Executes protocol-related research procedures, activities, outreach, and education. Manages a complex program or study or multiple programs and studies. Collects and analyzes data and complies with all policies and regulations. Recommends improvements to policy and procedure.

Essential Functions

Aseptic technique and microbiology skills; math and analytical skills; bioinformatic analysis skills; Requires advanced microbiological techniques and skills in pipetting liquid solutions; supervise and train student researchers.

Physical Effort

Position will require standing 75% of the day.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Research Program Coordinator II

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Research Program Support

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: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Work Arrangement: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Hiring Range: $19.07 to $23.83 per hour

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, Cover Letter

Optional Documents: Not Applicable

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