Tissue Bank Technologist II

Tissue Bank Technologist II

Health Sciences Core Research Facilities - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26004113)

Routine data entry into specimen inventory system for the collection, receipt, disbursement, and storage of each sample. Pulls samples to fill requests based on PBC customer project. Ordering lab supplies. Utilizes personal protective equipment and ensures adherence to all applicable protocols and guidelines. Excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills, adept to multi-tasking, and organizational skills are necessary to be successful in this position. Rotation at other PBC labs is required.

Coordinates to obtain human tissue specimens and processes and banks human tissue from surgical and autopsy patients. Prepares samples and records for disbursement. Acts as point of contact for tissue bank technicians and provides guidance. Performs inventory maintenance and data entry functions. Utilizes personal protective equipment and ensures adherence to all applicable protocols and guidelines.

Essential Functions

The Pitt Biospecimen Core (PBC) is an institutional resource for collection, processing, and disbursement of biospecimens dedicated to serving the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC Faculty in meeting their research needs. PBC Labs are located at Presbyterian, Magee-Womens, Shadyside and Children’s. Reviewing the Operating Room schedule to identify cases eligible for researcher projects. Working closely with the Department of Pathology, the incumbent will collect, process, disburse, and store human biological materials based on established protocols. Processing may include but is not limited to aliquoting blood products, gross dissection of tissue, and PBMC isolation.

Physical Effort

Physical effort involved includes the following: Walking to and from locations within hospital. Standing for long periods of time at the bench. Reading small print on tubes, cryovials, and labels. Lifting up to 30 pounds. Standing for long periods, bending and lifting to put away supplies.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Tissue Bank Technologist II

Job Family: Health Professionals

Job Sub Family: Tissue Bank

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2

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., Schedule as set with supervisor

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: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents: Not Applicable



Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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