Research TechnicianUniversity of Pittsburgh

Research Technician

UPCI Basic Research Administration - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (25006794)

The primary function of this role is to use training in biochemistry, molecular biology, cancer biology, immunology, or a closely related field to design and execute experiments related to a research project in the lab investigating mechanisms of tumor resistance to radiation therapy. This is an exciting opportunity to join a multidisciplinary experimental therapeutic group with a focus on translational research with a direct application to clinical research questions. The project will be investigating the effect of tumor metabolism on tumor cell and microenvironment mediated resistance to radiation therapy.

Primary duties include collecting and assembling of data for oral and written presentation. Developing scientific hypotheses related to ongoing work in the laboratory. Designing experiments to test hypotheses with input from PI, using techniques of molecular biology and biochemistry, including western blotting, qRT-PCR, molecular cloning, tissue culture, and flow cytometry. Analyzing results. Performing survival surgeries on mice and maintaining mouse colonies. Performing routine and more difficult procedures

Candidates must have a bachelors in biochemistry, molecular biology, cancer biology, immunology, or a closely related field. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated in performing translational cancer biology research, design and see through independent projects to completion, through publication and presentation of findings. Experience in utilizing mouse models of cancer, molecular biology techniques and bioinformatics will be highly valued.

Job Summary

Performs a variety of independent laboratory work and experiments such as determining experimental protocols and preparation of specimens and cultures. Prepares reports of findings subsequent to compilation and analyzation. Oversees specimen inventory. Develops documentation for publication; crafts manuscripts and grant proposals.

Essential Functions

Must be able to perform routine and more difficult procedures, analyzes data and coherently presents results in the form of presentations, abstracts, manuscripts and the basis for grant writing, preparation and submission with PI supervision.

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 III

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Laboratory

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: No

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 9am - 5pm

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

Hiring Range: $37,182 - $46,478

Relocation_Offered: Yes

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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