Molecular Biology Laboratory Technician in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at University of Pittsburgh

Molecular Biology Laboratory Technician

Our laboratory studies mineral and electrolyte physiology, with a focus on how the kidney tubule handles electrolytes in the context of hypertension, diabetes, and pregnancy and lactation. Our work spans molecular, cellular, and translational approaches to understand these processes and their relevance to human disease. The laboratory technician will work closely with other scientific personnel, including postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and clinical research staff, in a collaborative and fast-paced research environment.

• Must be able to independently perform standard molecular laboratory tasks, including
  • Molecular biology techniques (e.g. immunobloting)
  • Cell imaging techniques (immunofluorescence confocal microsopy)
  • ELISAs
  • Metabolite measurement
  • Analysis: Graphpad Prism, Excel, FIJI, RedCap
  • Collection and processing of tissue specimens from euthanized animals

A High School Diploma or GED is required for this position and a Bachelor's degree is Preferred.

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

Department: Med-Medicine

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2

Work Schedule: M-F 9-4:30, may require some outside hours

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

Requested Pay Rate: $19.00/hr

Visa Sponsorship Provided:

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, Cover Letter