Research Technician II

This position is for the Division of Genetic and Genomic Medicine within the Department of Pediatrics. The successful Research Technician II will be conducting preclinical trials experiments to validate the efficacy of therapeutic agents in treating metabolic disorders using mouse disease models. The incumbent will be responsible for performing a variety of animal and laboratory experiments and procedures, preparing specimens from animal sources, overseeing supply management, and operating and properly maintaining equipment. 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
The position is primarily for someone to conduct experiments with mice and is expected to manage mouse colonies, assemble cohorts and treat mice with therapeutic agents.

• Collect tissue from mice and prepare samples for analysis.

• Isolate cells for cell culture, if needed.

• Performs a variety of laboratory experiments, molecular techniques, and related technical functions, testing, troubleshooting, and analysis. 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.

Physical Effort
Light.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

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 Position will require flexibility with shift/hours; evenings and weekends possible, depending on experimental needs.
Work Arrangement On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.
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 The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.
Required Documents Resume
Optional Documents Cover Letter