Research Technician at University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Research Technician

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.

Job Summary

Performs a variety of independent and complex laboratory work and experiments. Analyzes and interprets data, compiles results, and prepares reports. Maintains inventory, ordering, and logs. Writes manuscripts and grant proposals and prepares data visualizations.

Essential Functions

• Performs a variety of independent and complex laboratory work and experiments, including determining experimental protocols and preparing laboratory specimens and cultures. Provides research experiment design expertise.

• Analyzes experimental data and interprets results; compiles results; writes reports and summaries of findings.

• Maintains and oversees animal inventory and ordering. Maintains lab and chemical inventory.

• Keeps detailed, accurate, and timely data and log books.

• Prepares data, graphs, tables, and charts to document experimental results for publication.

• Writes manuscripts and grant proposals; performs literature searches; summarizes findings for reports and written documentations.

• Develops expert recommendations and problem resolutions to improve research efforts.

• Serves as Safety Officer as directed and/or needed.

• This job requires experience with common molecular biology laboratory techniques including western blotting and flow cytometry. Additionally, applicants must have experience with mammalian specimen husbandry including breeding and genotyping. Strong organizational skills and willingness to teach experimental techniques to other members of the laboratory are required.

Physical Effort

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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 IV

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Laboratory

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

Work Arrangement: This position may require flexibility with shift/hours and occasionally may be required to work on the evenings and weekends.

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

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