Laboratory Research Technician

About the role

Performs a variety of laboratory experiments and procedures, prepares specimens, oversees supply management, and operates and maintains laboratory equipment. This is a full‑time regular position within the University of Pittsburgh’s School of Public Health, Department of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology (GSPH‑Infectious Diseases & Microbiology), which focuses on graduate education, transformative research, implementation science, and training the next generation of scientists to reduce the impact of infectious diseases worldwide. The role is on‑campus, with work conducted in campus offices or laboratories.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory experiments and procedures
• Prepare specimens for analysis
• Oversee supply inventory and management
• Operate and properly maintain laboratory equipment
• Manage large datasets generated from experiments
• Work with laboratory mice, standard and quantitative real‑time PCR assays, DNA extractions, and gel electrophoresis
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills
• Supervise and manage students working in the lab
• Order supplies using the PantherExpress system (preferred)
• Write reports and assist with manuscript preparation (advantageous)

Requirements

• Experience working with laboratory mice
• Experience with standard and quantitative real‑time PCR assays
• Experience with DNA extractions
• Experience with gel electrophoresis
• Experience managing large datasets
• Good organizational skills
• Experience