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University of Pittsburgh RBL5 Laboratory Research Technician II in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
RBL5 Laboratory Research Technician II
This position will serve as a Laboratory Research Technician for the Center for Vaccine Research. The incumbent will be responsible for conducting bench and animal research in the Biosafety Level (BSL) 2 and 3 environments with routine work in the Regional Biocontainment Laboratory (RBL). The incumbent will be required to have good communication skills and the ability to work independently and as a fully productive, cooperative team member. Strict adherence to BSL2/BSL3 procedures is essential. The incumbent will be required to work with small laboratory animals, including ferrets and rodents, but may include other species as well. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, analyzing, preparing, and presenting data; performing virology, microbiology, and molecular biology techniques; maintaining tissue culture lines and generating primary cell cultures; operating and maintaining laboratory equipment; assisting other research personnel in performing research protocols and operating laboratory equipment; maintaining thorough documentation of laboratory results; and ordering and maintaining laboratory supplies. This position requires successful completion of Department of Justice security clearance for work with Select Agents and Toxins, as required by Federal regulation. This position is eligible for an RBL Premium Payment.
This position requires successful completion of Department of Justice security clearance for work with Select Agents and Toxins, as required by Federal regulation. This position is eligible for an RBL Premium Payment.
Job Summary
Performs a variety of laboratory experiments and procedures. Prepares specimens. Oversees supply management. Operates and properly maintains equipment.
Essential Functions
Must be able to read and comprehend the English language and have normal visual ability with no hearing impairments. Must possess adequate manual dexterity to perform sensitive laboratory including work with a BSL3/ABSL3 environment.
Physical Effort
Position involves frequent movement to various places, occasionally involving heavy equipment and prolonged standing or sitting.
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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 II Job Family: Research Job Sub Family: Laboratory Campus: Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required: 1 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: 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, Cover Letter Optional Documents: Not Applicable PI238370129