Research Technician

Research Technician

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

Essential Functions:

• Performs a variety of laboratory experiments such as histology, flow cytometry, molecular techniques, gene sequencing, and related technical functions, testing, troubleshooting, and analysis, and may perform microsurgical procedures. Ensures conformity to specifications.
• Identifies and prepares specimens.
• 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, cleans, and tests sterility of laboratory equipment.

Physical Effort:
Medium.

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

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:

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

Work Arrangement:
On-Campus:
Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

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.