Laboratory Research Technician I - Military veterans preferred

Laboratory Research Technician I

A Research Tech I position is available in the Visual-Motor Neuroscience Laboratory at the University of Pittsburgh in the Department of Ophthalmology. The research focuses on the brain mechanisms that mediate vision, eye movements, and cognition.

Bachelor’s degree in Scientific field, 0 years experience required, but prior experience with laboratory work is required and working with animals, specifically non-human primates (NHP), is preferred.

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

Job duties include performing experiments for the laboratory's primary investigator (PI); daily evaluation of experiments; and assistance with the recording and interpretation of results. The ability to use a computer for neuroscience is required. Assistance in manuscript and grant preparation, surgical procedures, general lab organization and maintenance, and animal handling is expected. Prior experience with laboratory work is required and working with animals, specifically non-human primates (NHP), is preferred. Working with NHP’s will be a large part of this position and will require communicating with the animal facility and the PI on a regular basis. The willingness to learn new skills is required

Physical Effort

Must be able to lift over 30 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: M- F 8:30am to 5:00pm

Work Arrangement: M- F 8:30am to 5:00pm

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




Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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