Research Technician - Military veterans preferred

2025-06-27
University of Pittsburgh
Other

/yr

  employee   contract


Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania
15260
United States


Research Technician



The McCloskey lab in the Department of Computational and Systems Biology at the University of Pittsburgh/UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is seeking a Research Technician to assist in projects focused on breast and ovarian cancer prevention. The research technician is expected to work under the direction of the Principal Investigator to conduct, analyze, and present data from experiments that fall within the scope of the lab’s mission to realize personalized prevention.

Performs a variety of established cell culture protocols, flow cytometry, and develops new experimental assays and capacities. Analyzes, complies, and presents data. Assists with curating sample repositories and manages laboratory supplies and equipment.


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

Sterile culture and passage of cells, while optimizing workflows

Processing of human breast tissues for research purposes

Mix of experimental techniques including at minimum: immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry, western blots, genomic engineering

Maintains lab buffers and equipment

Keeps detailed laboratory notebook

Written and verbal communication with vendors and the Principal Investigator

Compliance with Biosafety protocols


Physical Effort

Little physical effort is required. Occasionally lifting packages ~lbs.


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The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.



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

Work Arrangement: Monday - Friday

Hiring Range: $32,175 - $40,219

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: Yes

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




Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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