Laboratory Research Tech in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at University of Pittsburgh

Laboratory Research Tech

Med-Radiology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26002653)

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.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Laboratory Research Technician I

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Laboratory

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: No experience required

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

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

Hiring Range: To be determined based on 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