Lab Research Technician I

About the role

The Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine Division comprises approximately 70 clinical staff and over 100 research staff working across Bridgeside Point, Biomedical Science Tower (BST), and UPMC Hospitals including Presbyterian, Shadyside, East, Jameson, and Mercy. The division delivers world‑class inpatient and outpatient services and conducts basic, clinical, and translational research on the lung, microbiome, COVID‑19, sleep medicine, and allergy and immunology.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing and analysis on various specimen samples.
• Operate and properly sterilize equipment; maintain inventory and assist with ordering.
• Prepare Organs‑on‑Chips for cell seeding; seed cells into chips and generate organoids; maintain chips in culture, including media changes.
• Prepare and maintain cells in culture prior to chip seeding, organoid preparation, and as needed.
• Collect cells/samples for analysis and assist with endpoint assays.
• Keep detailed, accurate records.
• Support other cell culture study needs of the lab.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (minimum education level).
• No prior experience required; combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of formal requirements.

Skills

• Fine motor work with small devices and pipettes.
• Ability to receive and move deliveries to the lab.
• Ability to follow research and operation protocols.
• Comfortable standing for up to 8 hours and working in a wet bench lab environment (standing and sitting).

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm (on‑campus).