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University of Pittsburgh Laboratory Research Technician in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Laboratory Research Technician
Laboratory Research Technician IV, working as Lab Manager, to serve as a semi-independent researcher in a laboratory conducting biochemical, genetic and molecular studies with cultured cells, mice and Drosophila. The candidate will organize laboratory function, maintain laboratory equipment and computers, train and supervise students and postdoctoral fellows, design and trouble shoot experiments and conduct experimental projects. Assistant researchers in the design and planning of protocols and experiments related to their individual research projects. Candidate should have at least 7+ years of experience in a laboratory necessary or an MS degree and several years of research experience. High level of knowledge in genetics, animal models and cell biology research required.
Job Summary
Performs a variety of independent and complex laboratory work and experiments. Analyzes and interprets data, compiles results, and prepares reports. Maintains inventory, ordering, and logs. Writes manuscripts and grant proposals and prepares data visualizations.
Essential Functions
Conduct experiments, move equipment when necessary, put away supplies an work at computer terminal.
Physical Effort
Must stand and walk for extended periods to conduct experiments. Must carry bottles of reagents, trays of media, and move equipment.
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Assignment Category: Full-time regular Job Classification: Staff.Laboratory Research Technician IV Job Family: Research Job Sub Family: Laboratory Campus: Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required: 3 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 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Work Arrangement: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. 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 PI244350221