Laboratory Research Technician at University of Pittsburgh – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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Med-Medicine - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26001910)
The Division of Infectious Diseases is seeking a Laboratory Research Technician to support biomedical research focused on the molecular mechanisms of bacterial pathogenesis. This role involves both independent and collaborative laboratory work, as well as oversight of day-to-day laboratory operations.
Responsibilities include:
- Performing biochemical, molecular biology, and bacteriology experiments for research projects under limited supervision, and assisting students and postdoctoral fellows with experimental work.
- Coordinating laboratory operations, including maintaining inventories, ordering supplies, preparing reagents, and ensuring proper maintenance and cleanliness of laboratory equipment and spaces.
- Analyzing experimental data, preparing progress reports, and assisting the Principal Investigator with presentations, publications, and grant proposals, as well as supporting trainees with scholarly outputs.
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 experiments and procedures in support of ongoing research studies, including sample preparation, data collection, and basic analysis, while ensuring compliance with protocols and safety standards. Maintains laboratory equipment, reagents, and records, and supports investigators with routine research and administrative tasks.
Physical Effort
Requires frequent standing, walking, and repetitive hand motions while performing laboratory procedures, including pipetting and handling samples. Must be able to lift and move laboratory supplies and equipment (typically up to 25 lbs).
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 8:30am-5:00pm
Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.
Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon 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: Cover Letter