Laboratory Research Tech

Laboratory Research Technician

The Department of Radiology is seeking a Research Technician. The primary locations of this position are Scaife Hall and UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. This position will function as a Research Technician in a laboratory focused on molecular imaging of cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases using small animals (primarily mice).

Responsibilities include:

• conducting cell biology laboratory experiments
• maintaining mice colony (e.g., breeding, genotyping, keeping records) and performance of procedures
• administrative tasks (ordering, maintenance of inventories)

Biology degree is preferred.

Job Summary:

Performs laboratory testing and some analysis on multiple types of specimen samples. Operates and properly sterilizes equipment and maintains inventory and assists with ordering.

Essential Functions:

Responsibilities include:

• conducting cell biology laboratory experiments
• maintaining mice colony (e.g., breeding, genotyping, keeping records) and performance of procedures
• administrative tasks (ordering, maintenance of inventories)

Physical Effort:
Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

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