Laboratory Aide in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at University of Pittsburgh

Laboratory Aide

Biological Sciences - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26002848)

The University of Pittsburgh Department of Biological Sciences is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to support the preparation, maintenance, and organization of lab materials and equipment for undergraduate biology lab courses.

Job Summary

Performs general laboratory tasks, maintains inventory and equipment and orders supplies and parts, performs quality control testing, and assists other staff.

Essential Functions

Prepares media, buffers, reagents, and sterile supplies for instructional lab use. Assists with setup, cleaning, sterilization, and restocking of laboratory materials. Operates, cleans, and calibrates equipment such as autoclaves, pipettes, centrifuges, and incubators. Maintains laboratory inventory and assists in receiving, unpacking, and organizing supplies.
Supports troubleshooting of lab setups and protocols under direction of lead technician. Disposes of waste and biohazard in compliance with waste disposal guidelines. Supports other lab personnel as needed during peak prep times or emergencies.

Physical Effort

Incumbent must be able to stand for extended periods of time; Incumbent must be able to ambulate across building complex; Staff member must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Laboratory Assistant

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Laboratory

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: High School Diploma/GED

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 with variability as needed

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

Hiring Range: $16.50 to $20.63 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