9 research jobs found

Research Technician Med-Structural Biology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26004393) The Department of Structural Biology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine is located in Biomedical Science Tower 3. We currently have twelve faculty members working in the fields of cryo-electron microscopy, NMR spectroscopy, X-ray crystallography, and biochemistry. This laboratory technician position requires a B.S. degree in a relevant field of study. Job Summary Performs laboratory testing and some analysis on multiple types of specimen samples. Operates and properly sterilizes equipment and maintains inventory and assists with ordering. Essential Functions Conducting and managing laboratory experiments. Manage multiple research projects concurrently using techniques such as PCR, DNA cloning, sample preparation for electron microscopy, and cryo-EM data collection/analysis. Work together with PI or independently to perform complex...

Evaluation & Research Manager Educ-Office of Child Development - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26004470) The Evaluation and Research Team within the Office of Child Development is a multi-disciplinary unit dedicated to improving the lives of children and families through evaluation and research partnerships with both local and national nonprofit organizations. The Evaluation and Research Manager is responsible for managing the comprehensive evaluation of educational and support programs for children and families in South West Pennsylvania as part of the Evaluation and Research Team at the Office of Child Development. Collaboration, communication, and strong relationship building skills are key as successful evaluation work is dependent on robust relationships with internal and external partners. The incumbent will support the design and implementation of research, intervention, and educational development and evaluation projects and support the...

Villanova University Research Assistant Posting Details Do you have questions about the application process? If so, please refer to the Applicant FAQ’s. Posting Details (Default Section) Posting Number: 20260363S Position Title: Research Assistant Position Type: Staff Location: Villanova, PA Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants Work Schedule: full-time/12-months Avg Hours Week Department: 186-Physics Position Summary: This position is in direct support of NASA grants related to X-ray and optical observations of the supermassive black holes M87* and Sgr A* in connection with the Event Horizon Telescope campaigns on these sources. The employee will perform imaging, spectral, and variability analysis of recent observations. The primary goal will be to understand the spectral evolution of these sources, both in the X-ray band and across the electromagnetic spectrum, in collaboration with...

Research Technician UPCI Basic Research Administration - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26004228) Job Summary – Research Technician, Leukemia Drug Development Laboratory The Research Technician will support translational and preclinical leukemia research within the Leukemia Drug Development Laboratory. Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and senior laboratory personnel, the individual will perform a wide range of laboratory techniques to support studies focused on the development and evaluation of novel therapeutic strategies for hematologic malignancies. Responsibilities include conducting cell culture experiments, processing human and murine samples, assisting with animal studies, performing molecular and cellular assays, maintaining laboratory records, and ensuring compliance with institutional biosafety and animal care regulations. The Research Technician will also assist with reagent preparation, laboratory organization, equipment...

Research Technician I- Dr. Zachary Will's Lab Med-Neurobiology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26004246) The incumbent will be a member of the Department of Neurobiology, a supportive training environment that includes a seminar series and a weekly journal club. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to gain research experience in preparation for a career in academic science or medicine. In addition, there will be opportunities to publish in scientific journals and present your research. For a clearer picture of the type of research studied in this laboratory, see my faculty web page (https://willslab.neurobio.pitt.edu/) Job Summary Performs laboratory testing and some analysis on multiple types of specimen samples. Operates and properly sterilizes equipment and maintains inventory and assists with ordering. Essential Functions An exciting opportunity exists for a Research Technician to join a research lab in the...

Research Technician III Med-Medicine - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26004033) The Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine Division is made of up approximately 70 clinical staff and over 100 research staff who work in a variety of locations including: Bridgeside Point, Biomedical Science Tower (BST), UPMC Hospitals including Presbyterian, Shadyside, East, Jameson and Mercy. The division provides world class services across 10 inpatient services at five hospitals and over 70,000 outpatient office visits. We have a major research mission that focuses on basic, clinical, and translational research on the lung, microbiome, COVID-19, sleep medicine, and allergy and immunology. Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, the research technician is responsible for executing experiments within the Acute Lung Injury Center of Excellence focused on lung macrophage responses to bacterial infection. This position requires experience in basic...

Villanova University Postdoctoral Researcher - Electrical and Computer Engineering Posting Details Do you have questions about the application process? If so, please refer to the Applicant FAQ’s. Posting Details (Default Section) Posting Number: 20260054F Position Title: Postdoctoral Researcher - Electrical and Computer Engineering Position Type: Faculty Location: Villanova, PA Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants Work Schedule: full-time/12-months Department: 204-Electrical and Computer Engineering Position Summary: Why work at Villanova? Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University’s founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others. Villanova has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 “Best...

Research Assistant Professor of Psychiatry University of Pittsburgh, Department of Psychiatry Pittsburgh, United States Job description The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Pittsburgh is seeking a full-time Research Assistant Professor i n the appointment stream to contribute to and advance research in psychiatric illness and mental health. The incumbent’s responsibilities will include: • Conducting independent and collaborative research focused on the neurobiological substrates of complex human cognitive functions, and how alterations in these systems contribute to cognitive dysfunction. • Contributing to the design, execution, and dissemination of research studies, including preparation of manuscripts and participation in grant writing. • Supporting and, where appropriate, overseeing aspects of lab operations, including project coordination...

Post Doctoral Associate Biological Sciences - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - ( 26002867 ) The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for a postdoctoral associate in molecular biology/genomics, to begin as soon as possible. Applicants must have a background in mammalian cell culture and molecular mechanisms with a PhD in biology or applicable field. The successful candidate will work with members of the Kaplan laboratory to create mammalian cell models for human disease alleles using CRISPR/Cas9 editing and genomic/deep sequencing analysis of model alleles. Projects include the establishment of a Multiplexed Assay of Variant Effects for an essential gene linked to neurodevelopmental syndrome and characterization of individually edited human cell lines using genomic approaches. Minimum requirements include mammalian cell culture expertise and experience or familiarity with CRISPR/Cas9-mediated genome editing;...