Job Description:

Laboratory Research Technician IV - Bean Lab (MRRL)

The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status. The University offers comprehensive benefits to eligible employees. Aside from our great health plans, we have a generous match to our 403B retirement savings plan, vacation, sick and personal days. We have Paid Winter Recess (Christmas to New Year’s Day). Finally, we offer generous educational benefits for eligible employees, their dependents and spouse/domestic partner.

The Musculoskeletal Regenerative Rehabilitation Laboratory (MMRL) under the direction of Allison Bean, MD, PhD is accepting applications for a highly motivated and experienced Research Technician to join our growing team. The MRRL is a Core laboratory in the Bethel Musculoskeletal Research Center (BMRC), a diverse, multidisciplinary team of physicians and scientists performing cutting edge basic and translational research to improve treatment for musculoskeletal diseases. A successful candidate will work on mechanistically driven projects exploring the potential of extracellular vesicles for tissue repair using in vitro and rodent in vivo models.

Job Summary

Performs a variety of independent and complex laboratory work and experiments. Analyzes and interprets data, compiles results, and prepares reports. Maintains inventory, ordering, and logs. Writes manuscripts and grant proposals and prepares data visualizations.

Essential Functions

• Prior wet lab experience including advanced skills in mammalian cell culture is required. Experience with performing the following techniques is desirable: western blot, immunoassays, PCR, histology, microscopy (epifluorescence/confocal), and image analysis. Some experience with handling and performing surgeries on rodents is preferred, but the candidate must at least be comfortable with learning these skills.
• The Research Technician will be expected to independently conduct experiments, analyze data, construct graphs and figures, and perform statistical analysis with appropriate guidance from the PI. Must be highly organized, efficient, and keep up-to-date detailed documentation of experimental procedures and outcomes in the electronic laboratory notebook. Will provide some assistance with ordering, inventory, and budget tracking. The Research Technician will contribute to preparation of presentations, manuscripts, and grant submissions. An ideal candidate will demonstrate a willingness to be proactive in troubleshooting technical challenges.
• Bachelor’s degree in biology, bioengineering, or a related field plus 2-3 years of research experience is required.

This position requires minimal supervision, and work is expected to be done autonomously. Individual will be expected to exercise discretion and independent judgement in significant matters. Routine problem solving is required, generally guided by policies, procedures and business plans. Decisions outside of standard policies are referred to a higher-level manager.

Physical Effort

Both sedentary and standing positions are necessary.

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 IV

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Laboratory

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 3

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: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Work Arrangement: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Hiring Range: $22.51/hr - $27.54/hr

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, Cover Letter

Optional Documents: Not Applicable

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