Research Technician, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

• Design and performs a variety of laboratory experiments such as histology, flow cytometry, molecular techniques, gene sequencing, virology, cancer, and related technical functions, testing, troubleshooting, and analysis, and may perform microsurgical procedures. Ensures conformity to specifications.
• Summarize and present experimental results.
• 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 logbooks. Organizes and documents results.
• Maintains, calibrates, cleans, and tests sterility of laboratory equipment.
• Summarize data
• Oversees supply management.
• Operates and properly maintains equipment.

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

Th ability to design and perform a variety of laboratory experiments and procedures related to virology and cancer.

Little physical effort required. Duties are primarily sedentary. May be required to move objects up to 25 pounds occasionally.

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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.