Laboratory Research Technician IV at University of Pittsburgh – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Laboratory Research Technician IV

Med-Medicine - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26001121)

This position supports advanced laboratory research activities within an academic research environment. The role requires a high degree of independence, strong problem-solving skills, and technical expertise in experimental design, data collection, and scientific analysis. Preferred qualifications include prior experience in an academic or biomedical research laboratory and demonstrated ability to support complex, multi-aim research projects.

Key responsibilities include:

• Independently perform and coordinate animal-based experimental studies related to fibrosis models, including routine handling, monitoring, and tissue collection in accordance with approved protocols.
• Support complex molecular and cellular laboratory workflows through sample preparation, processing, and data generation across multiple experimental aims.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of experimental procedures, samples, and data to support reproducibility, analysis, and internal and external reporting.
• Provide oversight of day-to-day laboratory operations, including reagent preparation, inventory management, and routine equipment maintenance.

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

-Perform independent and complex laboratory experiments, including determining experimental protocols and preparing specimens and cultures.

-Analyze and interpret experimental data; compile results; prepare written reports and summaries.

-Maintain laboratory, specimen, and chemical inventories and ordering systems.

-Maintain accurate, detailed, and timely data records and laboratory logs.

-Prepare data visualizations, graphs, tables, and charts to support publications and reports.

-Must be comfortable handling mice in accordance with approved protocols.

Physical Effort

Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time, use a computer and laboratory equipment, and perform repetitive hand movements associated with laboratory procedures. May occasionally lift or move light laboratory materials.

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: Monday - Friday, 8:30a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume

Optional Documents: Not Applicable