Laboratory Technician at University of Pittsburgh – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Laboratory Technician

Med-Medicine - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26001284)

The Renal-Electrolyte Division is seeking a Laboratory Technician I to work within one of our NIH (National Institutes of Health)- and DOD (Department of Defense)- and Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)- funded laboratories. Our laboratory employs exciting cutting-edge methods from a variety of disciplines, including molecular biology, cellular biology, and animal physiology and pathology to investigate molecular pathways leading to progressive kidney injury.

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

Performs laboratory testing and assays.
Prepare and test multiple types of specimens.
Operates and maintains laboratory equipment and laboratory cleanliness.
Keeps detailed and accurate data and logbooks.
Organizes/documents results.
Maintains inventory, orders supplies/chemicals/reagents.
Organizes rodent colony and performs animal manipulations, surgeries, etc.

Physical Effort

Moderate physical effort required. May be required to stand/move for several hours at a time. May be required to move objects up to 50 pounds with or without assistance of equipment.

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, 8.00a - 4.30p (designated timeframe flexible)

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

Hiring Range: 18.50-20/hr dependent upon chosen candidate

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: Cover Letter