Laboratory Research Technician at University of Pittsburgh – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Laboratory Research Technician

Biological Sciences - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26002405)

The Department of Biological Sciences is hiring a Laboratory Research Technician to support Dr. Anne Carlson's lab. Responsibilities will include animal husbandry, tissue preparations, making solutions, pouring plates, and molecular biology (including, but not limited to cloning and PCR). Technician will be responsible for dissections and cell preparations, as well as experiments on the prepared cells. Must have strong verbal communication skills, be organized, willing to speak and present in lab meeting, and able to handle instructions.

Job Summary

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 and procedures. Prepares specimens. Oversees supply management. Operates and properly maintains equipment.

Physical Effort

Must be able to sit, stand, and use a computer for prolonged periods of time; Must be able to ambulate across campus; Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.

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: Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm with variability as needed

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

Hiring Range: $17.74 to $22.17 per hour

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, Cover Letter

Optional Documents: Not Applicable