Research Technician

Equivalent relevant work experience may be substituted for degree requirement. This position is located at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh in Lawrenceville. PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Criminal Record Check will be required prior to the start of employment. Also, a current TB test will be required as a condition of employment. EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled.

Job Summary

Performs a variety of laboratory experiments and procedures. Prepares specimens. Oversees supply management. Operates and properly maintains equipment.

Essential Functions

Performs a variety of laboratory experiments such as histology, flow cytometry, molecular techniques, gene sequencing, and related technical functions, testing, troubleshooting, and analysis, including microsurgical procedures, and ensuring conformity to specifications.

Identifies and prepares specimens.

Oversees supply management: ordering, procurement, tracking estimates, and receiving items.

Operates and maintains applicable laboratory equipment for job functions.

Keeps detailed, accurate, and timely data and log books. Organizes and documents results.

Maintains, calibrates, cleans, and tests sterility of laboratory equipment.

Research Technician to perform multi-modal mammalian specimen imaging with MRI, CT, SPECT, PET, ultrasound, or IVIS, as well as imaging analysis and tissue processing.

Performs a variety of laboratory experiments such as in vivo or ex vivo mammalian specimen imaging with MRI, CT, SPECT, PET, ultrasound, IVIS, and related technical functions, testing, troubleshooting, and analysis, including microsurgical procedures, and ensuring conformity to specifications.

Identifies and prepares specimens and live mammalian specimen.

Perform multi-modal imaging analysis.

Perform mammalian specimen related procedures, such as anesthesia, injection, tissue harvesting, etc.

Must be able to enter magnetic field without magnetic field hazards, such as heart pacemakers, metal implants, or tattoos.

Must be able to work with live mammalian specimen.

Must have fine motor skills.

Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Physical Effort

Light - Medium (must be able to lift 50 pounds)

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

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 II Job Family: Research Job Sub Family: Laboratory Campus: Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required: 1 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: Shift determined by manager. Work Arrangement: Shift determined by manager. 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: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background c Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status PI240880037