18 laboratory technician jobs found

Laboratory Research Technician Med-Neurology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26005805) The University of Pittsburgh Department of Neurology is interested in hiring a Laboratory Research Technician to join a translational neuromuscular research group. The laboratory technician will perform a variety of independent laboratory work including executing experimental protocols, collecting and analyzing data, and generating research figures for neurodegenerative diseases such as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and Frontotemporal Dementia. The technician will assist with inventory, ordering, and training of fellow lab members. To perform these tasks well, meticulous record keeping of research data and excellent interpersonal and communication skills are prerequisites. Following training from the principal investigator and/or senior research staff, the research assistant is expected to perform tasks with minor supervision. A qualified candidate should have at least a...

Laboratory Research Technician GSPH-Infectious Diseases & Microbiology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26005472) The University of Pittsburgh's School of Public Health, Department of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology has a long and distinguished history as a leader in graduate education, transformative research, implementation science, and education in infectious diseases. A central component of our mission involves training the next generation of scientists and public health professionals to lead in the effort to reduce the impact of infectious diseases worldwide. Job Summary Performs a variety of laboratory experiments and procedures. Prepares specimens. Oversees supply management. Operates and properly maintains equipment. Essential Functions Candidate should have experience working with laboratory mice, standard and quantitative real-time PCR assays, DNA extractions, gel electrophoresis, and managing large datasets. The candidate...

Laboratory Research Technician Med-Radiation Oncology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26005702) Seeking a research technician to work in a dynamic and fast-paced Translational Oncology research laboratory at the Hillman Cancer Center of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. The candidate is expected to work independently following the guidance of a physician-scientist in the Department of Radiation Oncology and will carry out experiments investigating pediatric brain tumor cancer biology and radiopharmaceutical therapy. Roles will include cell culture, in vitro cell viability assays, flow cytometry, Western Blot, mouse work including orthotopic tumor implantation, treating tumor-bearing mice with radiation, monitoring tumor growth, and harvesting mouse tissues for further analyses. The candidate is also expected to work with collaborators at the Hillman Cancer Center and the SaMIRA radiopharmacuetical core to perform radiopharmaceutical therapy, SPECT/PET/CT...

Laboratory Research Technician Med-Radiation Oncology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26005700) Seeking a research technician to work in a dynamic and fast-paced Translational Oncology research laboratory at the Hillman Cancer Center of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. The candidate is expected to work independently following the guidance of a physician-scientist in the Department of Radiation Oncology and will carry out experiments investigating pediatric brain tumor cancer biology and radiopharmaceutical therapy. Roles will include cell culture, in vitro cell viability assays, flow cytometry, Western Blot, mouse work including orthotopic tumor implantation, treating tumor-bearing mice with radiation, monitoring tumor growth, and harvesting mouse tissues for further analyses. The candidate is also expected to work with collaborators at the Hillman Cancer Center and the SaMIRA radiopharmacuetical core to perform radiopharmaceutical therapy, SPECT/PET/CT...

Laboratory Research Technician III Med-Surgery - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26005736) The Starzl Transplantation Institute at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine is seeking a dedicated and highly motivated Laboratory Research Technician III to join our research team. Master's degree preferred. Job Summary Performs a variety of independent laboratory work and experiments such as determining experimental protocols and preparation of specimens and cultures. Prepares reports of findings subsequent to compilation and analyzation. Oversees specimen inventory. Develops documentation for publication; crafts manuscripts and grant proposals. Essential Functions The incumbent will be responsible for coordinating human studies, running flow cytometry on human PBMCs, learning and performing human tissue staining (IHC/IF), RNA and DNA extraction. Will also be responsible for managing the lab. Physical Effort Must be able to sit,...

Laboratory Research Technician UPCI Basic Research Administration - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26005810) Job Summary: Please include specific education and experience requirements here as well as summary of job. More detailed requirements will limit the pool of qualified candidates who require screening. Performs a variety of laboratory experiments and procedures. Prepares specimens. Oversees supply management. Operates and properly maintains equipment. The selected applicant will: • Performs a variety of laboratory experiments such as histology, flow cytometry, molecular techniques, gene sequencing, and related technical functions, testing, troubleshooting, and analysis, and may perform microsurgical procedures. Ensures conformity to specifications. • Identifies and prepares specimens. • Oversees supply management: ordering, procurement, tracking estimates, and receiving items. • Operates and maintains applicable laboratory equipment for job functions. •...

Laboratory Research Technician I Med-Otolaryngology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26005705) The Pittsburgh Hearing Research Center at the University of Pittsburgh is seeking a research technician to conduct hearing research in animal models. The technician will investigate the neural mechanisms underlying normal and pathological hearing, with an emphasis on recovery following gene therapy for congenital hearing loss and/or noise-induced hearing loss. The research technician is expected to learn, conduct, and complete experiments in auditory neuroscience, with an emphasis on behavioral and/or immunohistochemical experiments. The position offers the opportunity to develop expertise across a broad methodological range, including behavioral assays, immunohistochemistry, in vivo neural monitoring (one- and two-photon calcium imaging /optophysiology), and in vitro electrophysiology. Under the guidance of senior lab members, the technician will learn foundational and...

Laboratory Research Technician I Med-Otolaryngology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26005707) The Pittsburgh Hearing Research Center at the University of Pittsburgh is seeking a research technician to conduct hearing research in animal models. The technician will investigate the neural mechanisms underlying normal and pathological hearing, with an emphasis on recovery following gene therapy for congenital hearing loss and/or noise-induced hearing loss. The research technician is expected to learn, conduct, and complete experiments in auditory neuroscience, with an emphasis on behavioral and/or immunohistochemical experiments. The position offers the opportunity to develop expertise across a broad methodological range, including behavioral assays, immunohistochemistry, in vivo neural monitoring (one- and two-photon calcium imaging /optophysiology), and in vitro electrophysiology. Under the guidance of senior lab members, the technician will learn foundational and...

Laboratory Research Technician I Med-Medicine - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26005328) 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 general supervision, the Lab Technician I provides technical and operational support for the laboratory’s research activities. Responsibilities include preparing samples, reagents, and solutions; performing routine laboratory assays and procedures; operating and...

Laboratory Research Technician UPCI Basic Research Administration - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26005484) The Leukemia and Drug Development Lab (LDDL-P) at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Research Assistant to join a dynamic laboratory focused on developing nextgeneration cellular therapies for hematologic malignancies. The successful candidate will support preclinical studies involving engineered immune cells, including NK and Tcell platforms, and will perform a broad range of advanced technical duties such as cell culture, multiparameter flow cytometry, molecular assays, and maintenance of primary cellbased models. The Research Assistant will work closely with investigators, trainees, and clinical research partners to ensure smooth laboratory operations, generate highquality experimental data, and support ongoing therapeutic development programs within the Hillman cellular therapy research ecosystem. The LDDL-P is in the...

Clinical Research Technician Med-Orthopedic Surgery - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26005798) In lieu of educational requirements, additional years of relevant experience may be considered, as per University guidelines. The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery 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. Job Summary Conducts laboratory experiments, intermediate-level tests, and a variety of...

Post Doctoral.Post Doctoral.Associate Med-Neurology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - ( 26005527 ) The University of Pittsburgh Department of Neurology is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to join a translational neuromuscular research group studying the mechanisms of neurodegeneration in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and related motor neuron disorders. The postdoctoral associate will lead the laboratory’s human induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) and mouse-model programs, developing and characterizing patient-derived and genetically engineered models of ALS and motor neuron disease to investigate disease mechanisms including axonal transport, RNA metabolism, and protein mislocalization (e.g., TDP-43 and KIF5A biology). The successful candidate will design and execute experiments independently, analyze and present data, prepare manuscripts and figures, and contribute to grant applications. The postdoctoral associate will also supervise and mentor a...

We are seeking a *Staff Pharmacist* to provide comprehensive clinical pharmacy services and support safe, effective medication use throughout the hospital. This position works closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize medication therapy and improve patient outcomes. *Key Responsibilities* * Perform daily duties as a staff pharmacist while providing clinical pharmacy services. * Review patient medication regimens and clinical data to identify drug interactions, incompatibilities, dosing concerns, and other medication-related issues. * Consult with prescribers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals regarding medication therapy. * Calculate and recommend appropriate medication doses, including pharmacokinetic dosing, for patients of all ages. * Interpret laboratory values, patient age, weight, and other clinical information to determine appropriate medication dosing. * Provide drug information and medication-related education to patients and...

Research Scientist Med-Neurology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26005827) The University of Pittsburgh, Department of Neurology , would like to hire a Research Scientist. We are seeking applications for an upcoming project investigating divergent and convergent mechanisms of Parkinson’s disease following exposure to disease relevant environmental toxicants. The successful candidate will be expected to design and carry out properly powered in vitro assays using various cell lines under direct supervision of the PI. The candidate will also be expected to analyze / graph data and prepares data figures and assist in grant writing. Interact closely with all lab members. This candidate will receive on the job training though prior cell culture experience and invivo handling is preferred. Tasks the scientist will perform include, cell culture maintenance, live imaging microscopy, RTqPCR, and western blotting. Job Summary Conducts independent scientific...

Research Scientist Med-Pediatrics - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26005857) This position is for the Division of Genetic and Genomic Medicine within the Department of Pediatrics. This position is located at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh in Lawrenceville. PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Criminal Record Check will be required prior to the start of employment. Also, a current TB test will be required as a condition of employment. EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled. Job Summary Conducts independent scientific research projects from inception to presentation. Prepares and crafts various documentations of research results into manuscripts, proposals, grant applications, and presentations. Trains undergraduates and research technicians. Manages laboratory policies and coordinates project development in collaboration with other specialists. Essential Functions • Conducts independent scientific research...

Post Doctoral.Post Doctoral.Associate Med-Medicine - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - ( 26001851 ) The Benam Lab ( https://www.benamlab.net/ ) at the University of Pittsburgh Departments of Medicine and Bioengineering is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate to join an interdisciplinary research program focused on developing and applying advanced human-relevant in vitro models for infectious disease research. The successful candidate will contribute to cutting-edge studies at the interface of virology, microphysiological systems (Organs-on-Chips), and translational biomedical science. This position emphasizes the design and execution of controlled viral infection studies, including characterization of infection dynamics, host responses, and evaluation of therapeutic interventions within physiologically relevant model systems. Responsibilities The Postdoctoral Associate will play a key intellectual and technical role in the...

Post Doctoral.Post Doctoral.Associate Med-Medicine - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - ( 26001852 ) Postdoctoral Associate #5 – Benam Lab – Human Hepatic Models and Metabolism Studies The Benam Lab ( https://www.benamlab.net/ ) at the University of Pittsburgh Departments of Medicine and Bioengineering is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate to join an interdisciplinary research program focused on developing and applying advanced human-relevant in vitro models to study systemic biology and therapeutic responses. The successful candidate will contribute to cutting-edge research at the interface of microphysiological systems (Organs-on-Chips), pharmacology, and translational biomedical science. This position emphasizes the use of liver-based and interconnected microphysiological systems to model drug metabolism, biotransformation, and systemic therapeutic responses under physiologically relevant conditions, with integration...

Senior Research Scientist Med-Organ Pathobiology and Therapeutics Institute (OPTIn) - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26005629) The Organ Pathobiology and Therapeutics Institute (OPTIn) is searching for a Research Scientist to play a significant role in our New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) program utilizing our biomimetic human liver acinus microphysiological system (LAMPS) platform. We use both primary human cells and iPSC-derived cells for evaluating metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) progression, identifying disease-relevant biomarkers, and testing of candidates as well as a precision medicine platform for the development of patient digital twins and patient biomimetic twins. We are one of four Translational Centers for MPS (TraCe-MPS) established in collaboration with the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS) and the FDA, with the goal of qualifying our liver MPS platforms as drug development tools...