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Laboratory Assistant Jobs

Company

The University of Pittsburgh
Address , Pittsburgh, Pa
Employment type FULL_TIME
Salary
Expires 2023-07-21
Posted at 1 year ago
Job Description

Laboratory Assistant

Med-Ophthalmology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (23003239)
Performs general laboratory tasks, maintains inventory and equipment and orders supplies and parts, performs quality control testing, and assists other staff.

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.
The University of Pittsburgh requires all Pitt constituents (employees and students) on all campuses to be vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption. Visit coronavirus.pitt.edu to learn more about this requirement.
Assignment Category Full-time regular
Job Classification Staff.Laboratory Assistant
Job Family Research
Job Sub-Family Laboratory
Campus Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required High School Diploma/GED
Minimum Years of Experience Required No experience required
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? No
Work Schedule M- F 8:30am to 5:00pm
Work Arrangement On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.
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 Not Applicable
Required Documents Resume
Optional Documents Cover Letter
Essential Functions The Research Assistant will be engaged in performance of approved research projects according to defined and newly established protocols and procedures. These include the appropriate collection, recording, storage, data analysis, and reporting of results. Laboratory procedures and techniques include handling of murine models (rats and mice) and routine maintenance of colonies, electrode array implantation surgery, gene therapy application, training and handling of animals performing behavioral tasks, extraction and analysis of nucleic acids (RNA, DNA) by qPCR, basic microscopy, and genotyping. Other routines include preparation of reagents, calibration of equipment for research projects, collaborative efforts with other laboratories employing molecular biology techniques, and maintenance of a safe laboratory-working environment.
Physical Effort Must be able to stand or sit for several hours. Must be able to follow specific protocols. Must be able to work with laboratory animals, murine model.