Research Technician II at University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Research Technician II

The University of Pittsburgh, Ophthalmology Department, is seeking a Research Technician II.

BS in biology or another related field. 1- 2 years relevant experience preferred.

Job Summary

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

Essential Functions

The University of Pittsburgh, Ophthalmology Department, is seeking an Research Technician who will be responsible for animal husbandry, including but not limited to: management of a breeding colony of mice, establishing and maintaining breeding mice in appropriate numbers for experimental use, monitoring female mice for pregnancy, weaning the offspring of breeders, genotyping litters by PCR and/or phenotyping litters by flow cytometry, placing orders of mice to University-approved animal vendors, and generating and renewing all applicable DLAR and IACUC forms and protocols.

In parallel, the research technician will also help with organization of the lab to include purchasing supplies and keeping the lab up-to-date on all regulatory policies.

Finally, the research technician will be responsible for handling mice in some experimental systems to include harvesting immune tissues/organs and isolating lymphocytes for downstream analyses to include cell culture, flow cytometry, etc. Also, the technician will provide systems and computational biology support for RNA sequencing and 16S bacterial metagenomic data.

Physical Effort

Must be able to stand and/or sit for long periods of time completing experiments. This could require several hours dissecting mice and/or processing samples.

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.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: M- F 8:30am to 5:00pm

Work Arrangement: M- F 8:30am to 5:00pm

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

Required Documents: Resume

Optional Documents: Not Applicable

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